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Why I Spoke Out in Lansing: The PA Compact Is Critical for Rural Michigan
This week, I had the opportunity to testify before the Michigan House Committee on Rules in support of House Bill 4309, which would allow Michigan to join the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact. Continue Reading
Postedby Jodi McCollum
Date posted05/3/2025
What’s Happening in Lansing: Understanding the NP Bill and What It Means for PAs
This week, House Bill 4399 and identical Senate Bill 268 were introduced in the Michigan Legislature that would grant full practice authority to Nurse Practitioners (NPs) upon graduation. This proposal would allow NPs to diagnose and treat patients independently. Continue Reading
Postedby Michelle Petropoulos
Date posted05/3/2025
Turning Data Into Action: PA Leadership in Michigan’s Opioid Response
erving on Michigan’s Opioid Stewardship Coalition (OSC) since 2022 alongside clinicians, pharmacists, public health leaders, and community advocates has been a deeply rewarding experience. It has strengthened my passion for ensuring that Physician Associates (PAs) are recognized as essential partner Continue Reading
Postedby Samantha Danek
Date posted05/3/2025
U.P. PAs Advocate for Their Patients
At Tuesday's Press Conference, Michigan Physician Associates (PAs) to Advocate for Legislation to Improve Healthcare Access. Continue Reading
Postedby Thadd Gormas
Date posted04/7/2025
Legislative Update - March 2025
MAPA is off to a running start in this new legislative season. As PAs, we must remain diligent in our work to progress and protect our profession. We face daily threats to our practice environment. Our greatest strength is to have the support of every PA in Michigan. Continue Reading
Postedby Michelle Petropoulos
Date posted02/27/2025