Nurse Practitioner Association New York State - The NPA

03/20/2026

Nurse practitioners from across New York came together in Albany last week for Advocacy Day - meeting with legislators and championing the future of our profession.

From protecting access to care to supporting the permanency of the Nurse Practitioner Modernization Act, these conversations matter - for our patients and for healthcare across our state.

The work continues.

03/18/2026

📢 Our regional teaching days are coming up, bringing nurse practitioners across New York together for a day of learning, connection, and professional growth.

Each region has planned a dynamic program featuring expert speakers, relevant clinical topics, and opportunities to network with colleagues and industry partners. Whether you attend locally or travel to another region, these events are a great way to stay current, earn continuing education credits, and connect with the NP community.

You can find more information on each of these events on our community calendar - https://buff.ly/vAsmn7z

03/18/2026

🌟 Member in the News: Long time NPA Region 4 member, Diana Miller, FNP-BC, was just recognized as News10's 2026 Remarkable Women winner! Congratulations Diana! This recognition is well-deserved for your leadership, dedication, and impact on the community!

We are sharing the stories of five Remarkable Women throughout the month of March and we begin with our local winner: Diana Miller! Her wide-ranging work in healthcare is matched by the depth of he…

03/06/2026

Urgent: Your NP Voice is Needed Now - New York's status as a full practice state for NPs is at risk. You need to tell your legislators to support the Governor's budget provision that would make the NPMS permanent.
https://buff.ly/43mhJym

03/03/2026

📢 Call for Posters – NP26 Annual Conference

The Nurse Practitioner Association of New York State is now accepting Poster Abstract submissions for NP26 in Niagara Falls, NY!

We invite:
✔️ Nurse Practitioners from all specialties
✔️ NP Students
✔️ Healthcare professionals

Share your research, quality improvement projects, innovative practice models, emerging therapies, and evidence-based work with colleagues from across New York State.

🗓 Submission Deadline: August 1, 2026

📍 NP26 Fall Conference | Niagara Falls, NY

🔗 Submit your abstract today! https://buff.ly/nf3oJt0

02/23/2026

Join us this Saturday for a live webinar on The Obesity Society's Best Practices in Obesity Management presented by Thomas George, Jr., DNP, APRN, FNP-C, NASM-CPT, FOMA and Lucia M. Novak, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM.

This education activity is pending approval by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners for up to 2 contact hours (which includes .67 hour(s) of pharmacology) of accredited education.

This activity is designed to enable nurse practitioners in primary care to recognize obesity as a chronic disease, select appropriate obesity medications, utilize effective nutrition and physical activity counseling and behavior therapy to optimize weight reduction in patients on obesity medications, and optimize patient engagement through non-stigmatizing and unbiased communication and obesity care.

Register for free today at https://buff.ly/uggT0Jp

02/18/2026

🎤 Call for Presenters — NP26 Annual Conference

The NPA is seeking dynamic presenters for our upcoming annual conference! Share your expertise, innovative ideas, and evidence-based insights with fellow nurse practitioners and help shape the future of NP practice.

📅 Presenter abstract deadline: March 31
📍 Annual Conference — Niagara Falls, NY

Have a topic that inspires, educates, or advances patient care? We’d love to review your submission!
Review criteria and submit here- https://buff.ly/PKf3c1p

02/17/2026

🌟 Now Accepting Nominations: NP of the Year & Student NP of the Year! 🌟

Do you know a nurse practitioner or student NP who exemplifies leadership, clinical excellence, community impact, and dedication to the profession? Now is the time to recognize them!

🗓️ Nominations are open through April 30
🏆 Honoring both practicing NPs and Student NPs
📩 Submit nominations online today

Help us celebrate the outstanding professionals advancing the NP community — nominate someone deserving today! https://buff.ly/okppVSd
*MUST already be a member of The NPA

02/05/2026

US Dept. of Education says that NPs are not eligible for higher "professional" student loan limits.
What say ye? Click on the link and tell them.
https://buff.ly/lto0T68

02/03/2026

It's time for NPs in NYS to take action to make the NP Modernization Act permanent!
https://buff.ly/LkaZdsC

02/01/2026

This February, we recognize Black History Month and honor the contributions and achievements of black individuals throughout history and today. We celebrate the impact of black healthcare professionals, leaders, and advocates whose dedication strengthens our communities and advances health equity for all.

01/29/2026

The NPA Region 3 Annual Teaching Day - Balancing Clinical Excellence with Personal Well Being

📍 DoubleTree by Hilton | Syracuse

Join us on Friday, April 24th for a full day of learning, networking, and professional growth featuring:

💡 Dynamic speakers
📚 Excellent and diverse healthcare topics
🏢 Vendor exhibits
🤝 Meaningful networking
🎓 Up to 6 CE credits (submitted to AANP)
🎉 Early bird pricing ends March 2nd — register now and save!

🎟 Register now and save your seat!
https://buff.ly/X6Ox0LK