JAAPA

12/01/2025

The December edition is here! ☃️ This month's JAAPA issue dives into topics such as managing opioid withdrawal in the ED, understanding ADHD in adults, and more.

JAAPA is the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the American Academy of PAs (AAPA). Published for more than 25 years, its mission is to support the ongoing education and advancement of physician assistants (PAs) by publishing current information and research on clinical, health policy, and profession...

11/07/2025

Xylazine’s rise in the illicit opioid supply has added new challenges to overdose care and patient management. This latest JAAPA article outlines what clinicians need to know about its effects, withdrawal, wound care considerations, and harm reduction strategies: http://bit.ly/4qvZVoh

11/04/2025

Every 3 seconds worldwide, a fracture due to osteoporosis occurs. Yet approximately 80% of individuals who have sustained a fragility fracture are not identified as having osteoporosis or treated for the condition. This latest JAAPA article outlines updated guidance and practical strategies to improve screening, prevention, and treatment. Read the article: http://bit.ly/43yeOfO

11/01/2025

The November edition is here! 🍁 This month's JAAPA issue dives into topics such as osteoporosis management, reconsidering the MMR vaccination schedule, the PA profession in Scotland, and more. https://bit.ly/2Vr44Lt

JAAPA is the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the American Academy of PAs (AAPA). Published for more than 25 years, its mission is to support the ongoing education and advancement of physician assistants (PAs) by publishing current information and research on clinical, health policy, and profession...

10/30/2025

JAAPA Editor in Chief and PA Richard Dehn, MPA, brings attention to an abstract published in the AAPA 2025 poster sessions exploring the changes in diversity in a PA program's CASPA applicant pool after removing the GRE requirement. Read the abstract: http://bit.ly/4oOmQJX

10/27/2025

Pelvic floor disorders like urinary incontinence and pelvic pain are common yet frequently overlooked. This latest JAAPA article explains how pelvic floor physical therapy can help improve patient outcomes and quality of life: https://bit.ly/3IAZSqg

10/25/2025

Resistant hypertension can be difficult to manage when first-line therapies fail. This latest JAAPA article outlines evidence-based second-line pharmacologic options to help clinicians guide treatment: http://bit.ly/47D1c5n

10/23/2025

A 10-year-old boy presents to his primary care provider with his father, reporting shortness of breath and chest pain during exertion over the past 6 months. What could be causing this patient’s symptoms? Our latest case study dives into this difficult diagnosis: https://bit.ly/43d3eqd

10/14/2025

Hemoptysis can range from a mild symptom to a life-threatening emergency. This latest JAAPA article outlines an evidence-based approach to evaluation and management, emphasizing early risk stratification and timely intervention. https://bit.ly/3VXPBaI

10/10/2025

In celebration of , listen to the latest JAAPA podcast! American Academy of Physician Associates President Todd Pickard shares the latest advances from the PA profession as well as a sneak peak at what's the come! https://bit.ly/4nHD8nt

10/09/2025

10/06/2025

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