North Carolina Academy of Physician Associates

North Carolina Academy of Physician Associates The NCAPA is a membership organization, and is the voice of PAs in North Carolina.

This National Public Health Week, NCAPA recognizes the critical role PAs play in advancing public health across North Ca...
04/06/2026

This National Public Health Week, NCAPA recognizes the critical role PAs play in advancing public health across North Carolina, from improving access to care to strengthening communities through patient-centered, team-based practice.

As we reflect on how far we’ve come, we also look ahead, continuing to support policies, partnerships, and professionals that keep our communities healthy.

04/01/2026

Celebrating 50 years of impact.

We’re proud to launch Focus on Fifty, a new monthly series highlighting the moments, milestones, and people that have shaped NCAPA and the PA profession in North Carolina.

We begin at the foundation, guided by PA historian Reg Carter, as we look back at where it all started and the vision that still drives us today.

We are saddened to share the passing of PA Ken Ferrell on March 18, 2026.A member of the inaugural Duke PA Class of 1967...
03/20/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of PA Ken Ferrell on March 18, 2026.

A member of the inaugural Duke PA Class of 1967 and the last surviving member of that historic cohort, Ken helped shape the foundation of the PA profession. A proud U.S. Navy veteran, he dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his patients.

Ken is honored with a commemorative brick in the PA Veterans Garden, maintained by the PA History Society.

Click the link to view PA History Society's profile on PA Ferrell: https://tinyurl.com/4b6btr5v

This week, we are celebrating 10 years of leadership and service from our CEO Emily Adams. Thank you for a decade of ste...
03/19/2026

This week, we are celebrating 10 years of leadership and service from our CEO Emily Adams.

Thank you for a decade of steady guidance, vision, and unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare in North Carolina. Through your leadership, NCAPA has continued to support, elevate, and advocate for PAs across the state, strengthening both the profession and the care provided to patients every day.

Today, on Health Workforce Well-Being Day, NCAPA recognizes the critical connection between a supported health workforce...
03/18/2026

Today, on Health Workforce Well-Being Day, NCAPA recognizes the critical connection between a supported health workforce and high-quality patient care.

When PAs and healthcare professionals are equipped with the time, resources, and systems they need to thrive, they are better able to deliver safe, personalized, and effective care to the communities they serve. Addressing challenges like administrative burden, burnout, and workplace design is essential to strengthening both provider well-being and patient outcomes.

Join us in recognizing this important day, and in committing to meaningful action that supports the well-being of North Carolina’s healthcare workforce.

The 2026 NCAPA Virtual Winter Conference has officially kicked off! 30 hours of expert-led, nationally recognized CME, f...
02/27/2026

The 2026 NCAPA Virtual Winter Conference has officially kicked off!

30 hours of expert-led, nationally recognized CME, fully virtual and on demand, so you can learn on your schedule.

Let’s get rolling! 💻❄️

Make an impact where it matters most.The Joyce Nichols Memorial Community Grant supports PA-led projects that improve he...
02/18/2026

Make an impact where it matters most.

The Joyce Nichols Memorial Community Grant supports PA-led projects that improve healthcare for underserved communities in North Carolina, through service, education, or research. Grants of up to $2,000 are available.

🔗 https://form.jotform.com/251447986979179

🌿 Ready to bring lifestyle medicine into your everyday practice?Join us for an interactive, evidence-based workshop desi...
02/13/2026

🌿 Ready to bring lifestyle medicine into your everyday practice?

Join us for an interactive, evidence-based workshop designed to equip PAs with practical tools to improve patient outcomes while strengthening personal well-being and professional fulfillment. Explore the six pillars of lifestyle medicine, learn a coach-based approach to sustainable behavior change, and walk away ready to apply it all in real-world clinical care.

Invest in your patients. Invest in yourself.

👉 Register now and secure your spot.

Link: https://web.cvent.com/event/da103dec-e4ba-41cf-8f08-b5a90fdf068f/summary

Remember to register four our Virtual Winter Conference.Enjoy access to 30.0 hours of live and on-demand CME from nation...
02/05/2026

Remember to register four our Virtual Winter Conference.

Enjoy access to 30.0 hours of live and on-demand CME from nationally recognized speakers!

Register here: https://cvent.me/7LBMX4

It's here! Registration has officially opened for the 50th Annual NCAPA Summer Conference. Earn 29.0 hours of CME, netwo...
01/21/2026

It's here!

Registration has officially opened for the 50th Annual NCAPA Summer Conference. Earn 29.0 hours of CME, network with your colleagues, and sit out on the beach ⛱

Celebrate this milestone year with us!

First 100 registrants get an extra $25 off!

More info: https://cvent.me/dmP220

As we kick off our 50th Anniversary, we’re excited to welcome Truett Smith, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA as the 2026 President of ...
01/09/2026

As we kick off our 50th Anniversary, we’re excited to welcome Truett Smith, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA as the 2026 President of the North Carolina Academy of Physician Associates 🎉

There’s a full-circle moment here as Truett previously served as president in 2017 during the 50th anniversary of the PA profession and now returns to lead NCAPA during the 50th anniversary of our organization.

Truett brings years of leadership experience, a deep understanding of our Academy, and an unwavering commitment to the profession. As we mark this milestone year, we’re fortunate to have his steady, thoughtful approach to leadership and are confident in his ability to guide NCAPA forward while staying grounded in the work and values that have shaped our profession.

As we celebrate 50 years of NCAPA, we’re grateful for the members, volunteers, and leaders who make this community what it is. Here’s to honoring where we’ve been, and continuing to move forward together.

As we ring in the New Year, NCAPA wishes our members, partners, and the PA community a happy, healthy, and safe year ahe...
12/31/2025

As we ring in the New Year, NCAPA wishes our members, partners, and the PA community a happy, healthy, and safe year ahead. 🎉

Thank you for the dedication you bring to your patients, your colleagues, and the profession every day. Your advocacy, leadership, and commitment continue to make a meaningful impact across North Carolina.

We’re looking forward to an exciting year ahead, with new opportunities to connect, learn, and advocate together. Stay tuned for what’s to come in the months ahead!

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Durham, NC
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