Georgia Association of Physician Assistants

Emory Healthcare is hosting their 6th Annual Updates in Medicine Conference. Scan the QR codes in the graphics for more information.

We are seeking speakers for the upcoming Breath & Beauty Summit on December 6th & 7th! Proposals should be formatted for a one (1) hour session (50-minute presentation with 5 minutes for questions at the end) focusing on asthma, pulmonary, allergy or dermatology topics. We are also interested in offering hands on workshops 2 hours maximum. Deadline to submit is August 30, 2024.

Apply here: https://fs26.formsite.com/LzjAeQ/xcxe9gsqfg/index

There is still time to register for the heart and vascular CME Conference presented by Northside Hospital. The event in Alpharetta, GA on August 17 is tailored to primary care physicians. Learn more at northside.com/cardioupdate2024.

The GAPA Diversity Committee had a busy year and we are looking for members to join us in our work!

The Committee's purpose and goals are to ensure GAPA holds itself to the highest standard when it comes to fairness and provides a welcoming environment for every member; promotes strategies for equality and inclusion in PA training, the PA workplace, and the PA-patient relationship; and allows every PA and patient to feel valued and respected.

Contact Felicia Slaton at [email protected] to learn more.

We are seeking speakers for the upcoming Breath & Beauty Summit on December 6th & 7th! Proposals should be formatted for a one (1) hour session (50-minute presentation with 5 minutes for questions at the end) focusing on asthma, pulmonary, allergy or dermatology topics. We are also interested in offering hands on workshops 2 hours maximum. Deadline to submit is August 30, 2024.

Apply here: https://fs26.formsite.com/LzjAeQ/xcxe9gsqfg/index

Save the Date for the inaguaral Breath and Beauty Summit on December 6 & 7 in Atlanta! The conference will offer 2 days of Asthma, Allergy and Dermatology sessions with a minimum of 12 hours of CME. Only 150 spots are available so register soon at gapa.net/events.

The Northside Hospital is hosting a heart and vascular CME Conference tailored to primary care physicians in Alpharetta, GA on August 17th. Learn more at northside.com/cardioupdate2024.

GAPA's Diversity Committee is proud to launch its annual Scholarship Award. This scholarship will be given to a PA student who has demonstrated a commitment to promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Our goal is to raise $1,500 for the scholarship. Donations can be made through the QR code on the graphic or gapa.net/donations.

Save the dates for next year's GAPA Conference in June 2025 at the Jekyll Island Convention Center!

We had a great time at the President’s dinner as part of the GAPA conference this week!

Thank you to our exhibitors! We can’t put on these conferences without their support.

We appreciate Sheila Humberstone and the GAPA board of directors 2024!

Thank you Sheila Humberstone for all you do for GAPA!

Fun friendships are rekindled at the GAPA conference.

Thank you Dr. Connelly, for presenting today!

A great start to the GAPA Conference with an awards ceremony showcasing the GAPA recipients.

Join us in the Migraine Situation Room brought to you by Pfizer on Thursday, July 18th at 7pm to raise awareness about the migraine disease state and menopause. This initiative offers small group discussions for healthcare clinicians to share insights and experiences. While no compensation or CME credit is provided, the knowledge and connections gained will be invaluable. Let's enhance our understanding together!

Congratulations to Emory for winning the Annual GAPA Conference volleyball tournament! A big thank you to all the schools that participated and the Army National Guard for sponsoring.

Mercer was the winner of challenge bowl today! Congratulations

Diversity Committee Scholarship Winner

Student scholarship winners

Student Scholarship Winners

Student track has been very successful! Thank you Eve that has participated today.

The easiest way to stay connected to the GAPA conference is with the Webex mobile app! We will again be using the Webex mobile app for attendees to access conference information right at their fingertips. Attendees are encouraged to download the mobile app and connect to the conference before arrival.

Attendees will receive an email with the link to download.

Thank you, Jonathan Hill for facilitating the ultrasound workshop.

There is still time to register for the Family Party on the Marina at the GAPA Conference!

Event highlights include:
🥘Delicious Food and Refreshments
🍹Cash Bar
🔥Flame Dancing Performance
🫣Captain Davey Magic Show
🐬Interactive Balloon Animals
🤩Face Painting Station
🧩Cornhole Sets, Jenga, Connect4

Tickets are included in registration for attendees. Guests are welcome to join in on the fun for a fee of $50 per person. Register at gapa.net.

We are so appreciative of our Meal & Product Theater sponsors!