JAAPA Podcast

Dermatology Dialogues: PAs Making a Difference

Dermatology PAs not only expand access to dermatologic care but also contribute to innovations and professional development. Join us as Michael Overcash, JAAPA Dermatology Department Editor, Sarah…

Psychodermatology: Exploring the intersection of the mind and skin

Psychiatric skin disorders are common but access to dermatology providers is limited. Learn more about these skin disorders in this episode as Alicyn Trask, DMSc, PA-C describes the bidirectional…

MASLD Screening and Management

Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease (MASLD) is an increasingly prevalent condition that is associated with multiple comorbidities and has been identified as a significant public health…

MASLD Screening and Management

Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease (MASLD) is an increasingly prevalent condition that is associated with multiple comorbidities and has been identified as a significant public health…

World Obesity Day Special - How PAs can shape the Future of Obesity Care: Science, Access, and Comprehensive Treatment

In recognition of World Obesity Day, this JAAPA Podcast episode brings together three Physician Associates who specialize in obesity medicine to discuss the current state of obesity care. The…

Hot topic: PA Doctorate programs: their history, diversity, and accreditation

In this episode, the JAAPA podcast team discusses the evolution of post-professional doctoral programs for Physician Assistants (PAs) with Dr. Kari Bernard and Dr. Aisha Hussein. They explore the…

Impact of adverse event exposure on PA and APRN well-being

Adverse events, near misses, and medical errors are occupational hazards that contribute to burnout. Join us as we discuss research surrounding the PA and APRN experience after an adverse event and…

Elevating Obesity Care in Primary Practice: PAs in Obesity Medicine's Expert Take.

In this episode, we sit down with the board of PAs in Obesity Medicine (PAOM) for a candid, practice-focused conversation on elevating obesity care in primary care. From reframing obesity as a…

Menopausal Hormone Therapy

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) has been a hot topic, especially as the FDA removed menopause hormone therapy black box warning this month (November, 2025). To better understand how MHT can benefit…

PA Week 2025 with AAPA President Todd Pickard

Happy PA Week! Celebrate with AAPA President Todd Pickard as he shares how PAs make connections and relationships that drive forward access, quality, innovation, advocacy, and ultimately patient…

JAAPA Podcast: PAs in Legal Medicine – Part 2

In this episode, we further discuss the critical topic of malpractice prevention and risk management for PAs. Following up from the previous podcast "PAs in Legal Medicine Part 1," our expert guests…

JAAPA Podcast: PAs in Legal Medicine

In this episode, we tackle the critical topic of malpractice prevention and risk management for PAs. Our expert guests provide an essential guide to protecting your practice, your patients, and your…

AI in Cardiovascular Practice

PA-led Telemedicine ACP Intervention

Why is advanced care planning so important, and how can PAs make a difference? Tune in to the latest JAAPA podcast episode with guest Christa Cooper to explore the innovative research she and her…

The Effect of Educational Debt on PA's Specialty Choice

Recently, a team of researchers at the NCCPA examined the impact of educational debt on PA specialty selection - tune in as we discuss their work as recently published in JAAPA. We know that the…

The role of PAs and NPs in Palliative Care

The American population is aging. In one century, life expectancy in the US rose from 47 to 78. In 2050, 20% of the U.S. population will be older than 65. With this in mind, we must identify ways to…

Conversation with Influential PA Leaders

Join our hosts Joe and Kim as they interview three influential leaders in the Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) profession: Jim Cawley, Rick Dehn, and Rod Hooker. These guests have made significant…

PA Week Discussion with the President of AAPA

HAPPY PA WEEK! To celebrate, AAPA President Jason Prevelige, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA shares with us strategies to leverage advocacy efforts in the PA profession. Our co-hosts also describe the…

Career Flexibility

We know that many PAs switch specialties during their career; however, little is known about the PA and employer's experience. Tune in to hear what JAAPA authors, Eliana Ward-Lev, Clair Kuriakose,…

Meet Joe + Discuss the JAAPA article on Esophageal Cancers

Join us as we welcome the newest JAAPA podcast team member, Joe Harrison. Kim and Martine discuss Joe's background, interests, and why he joined the podcast. They also discuss their "why" of medicine…