From Exam Rooms to Boardrooms: Pas Climb to Leadership
Saturday, May 17, 2025
12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
CE: .50 AAPA Category 1 CME
The focus of this presentation is to explore the journey to leadership for PAs. Starting with an overview of the current landscape of PA leadership, this session will outline both traditional and non-traditional leadership roles. Emerging trends and future opportunities for PAs will be highlighted, along with the challenges they face in advancing to leadership positions. The presentation will cover advocacy and policy involvement, the increasing presence of PAs in executive leadership roles, and it will offer practical solutions to enhance PA leadership development. This session is designed for PA students, practicing PAs, PA educators, and healthcare administrators committed to fostering PA leadership.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Provide an overview of the current landscape and traditional and non-traditional leadership roles available to PAs in healthcare
Analyze emerging trends and barriers impacting PA leadership, including challenges in training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement
Discuss practical solutions and strategies to enhance PA leadership development, including training improvements, mentorship programs, and advocacy involvement
