ePoster Meet the Authors (MTA): 4-minute ePoster presentations within a 60-minute time block in Expo, not eligible for CME
ePoster 1: Attitudes Towards Digital Health in a Pediatric Electrophysiology Practice Rapid growth and miniaturization of technology has increased access to connected digital health (DH) technologies, though there are few pediatric cardiac studies assessing these tools. In this study, we assess the current state of DH access, use and digital literacy in a pediatric electrophysiology (EP) population. Speaker: Lisa Roelle
Authors: Lisa Roelle, Physician Assistant Pediatric Electrophysiology, Washington University School of Medicine David Catherall, MD Candidate, Washington University School of Medicine Nathan Miller, EP RN, St. Louis Children's Hospital Anthony Pompa, Electrophysiologist, Washington University School of Medicine William Orr, Pediatric Cardiologist, Washington University School of Medicine Animesh Tandon, Pediatric Cardiologist, Cleveland Clinic Jennifer Silva, Pediatric Electrophysiologist, Washington University School of Medicine
ePoster 2: Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening in 45-64 y/o in Primary Care Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates are low in patients aged 45-64. Baylor Internal Medicine aimed to increase screening rates in this group with a quality improvement project that educated clinicians on screening options, provided patient brochures, and sent electronic reminders. This increased CRC screening rates from 65.5% to 74.2% between July 2023 and June 2024. This demonstrated the importance of shared decision-making and offering multiple options to improve CRC screening rates. Speaker: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
Authors: Isabel Valdez, PA-C, Associate Professor, Baylor College of Medicine Olubunmi Oladunjoye, Dr. Olubunmi Oladunjoye, MD, Baylor College of Medicine
ePoster 3: Infections in Immunocompromised Patients Following Hurricane-Induced Flooding, A Case Series This case series highlights the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurrican Milton flooding and storm surge water exposure and the associated infections impacting immunocompromised patients actively receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy.
Authors: Sofia A. Soto Chavez, PA-C, Physician Assistant, Moffitt Cancer Center Karina Mullins, PA-C, PA-C – Physician Assistant, Moffitt Cancer Center
ePoster 4: Missed diagnosis? Risk of stroke in young adults post COVID-19. COVID-19 infection causes endothelial damage and coagulopathy leading to complications including ischemic stroke. The exact risk in young adults under 55, especially those without underlying risk factors has not successfully been explored. The amount of risk after recovery from infection is also unknown. Early intervention is the key to successful patient outcomes; vigilance of clinicians to identify those at risk and with signs and symptoms of stroke remains paramount. Speaker: Sarah Webster, DMSc, Fellow, PALLA
Authors: Sarah Webster, DMSc, Fellow, PALLA Cara Felter, Associate Professor, PALLA
ePoster 5: Needle Decompression Site Selection Accuracy in Simulated High Stress Environments The goal of this research was to evaluate the overall accuracy of Needle Chest Decompression (NCD) site selection amongst active-duty military medical professionals in a simulated high stress combat environment. NCD is a temporizing, yet lifesaving, procedure utilized most frequently in the prehospital setting, commonly with military medics. The setting is often disorderly and chaotic, therefore imperative for medical professionals to be capable of properly executing NCD in such environments. Speaker: Corey P. Osborn, Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, DSc, United States Air Force
Authors: Corey P. Osborn, Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, DSc, United States Air Force Sarah Ostrom, DSc PA-C, US Air Force Maggie Smith-Davidson, DSc, PA-C, US Air Force
ePoster 6: PA Perspectives Regarding a CAQ in Oncology: A Needs Assessment A survey by NCCPA and APAO assessed the demand for an Oncology Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) among 868 board-certified PAs in oncology and related specialties (22.6% response rate). While 61% indicated they would likely pursue the CAQ, motivations included professional development (82.7%), personal satisfaction (81.3%), and improved patient care (60.7%). Among hiring decision-makers, 54% favored candidates with a CAQ. The data supports further consideration before implementation. Speaker: Cory M. Edgar, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, Physician Assistant, Association of PAs in Oncology
Authors: Cory M. Edgar, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, Physician Assistant, Association of PAs in Oncology Colette Jeffery, MA, Senior Research Analyst, National Commission on Certification of PAs (NCCPA) Tiffany Statler, President, Association of PAs in Oncology Kasey Puckett, MPH, Research Analyst II, National Commission on Certification of PAs (NCCPA) Andrzej Kozikowski, Senior Director of Research, National Commission on Certification of PAs (NCCPA) Colleen Tetzlaff, Physician Assistant, Fox Chase Cancer Center Dawn Morton-Rias, President and CEO, National Commission on Certification of PAs (NCCPA) Joshua Goodman, VP of Research and Exam Programs, National Commission on Certification of PAs (NCCPA)
ePoster 7: Performance Comparison between Hounsfield Units and DXA in Predicting Subsidence Bone health awareness among spine surgeons is increasing and measurement tools are under greater scrutiny based on the value they add to the surgical planning process. DXA is the gold standard measurement of bone mineral density (BMD), but results are often falsely elevated in the degenerative population. When CT is available, the value of an additional BMD data point of Hounsfield Units at the region of interest cannot be overstated. This information can lead to better surgical planning. Speaker: Lindsay DAWN Orosz, MSPAC, Director of Research, National Spine Health Foundation
Authors: Lindsay DAWN Orosz, MSPAC, Director of Research, National Spine Health Foundation Kirsten Schuler, Research Assistant, The National Spine Health Foundation Rita Roy, MD, CEO, The National Spine Health Foundation Yusuf Rafiqzad, Research Assistant, The National Spine Health Foundation Thomas Schuler, MD, Spine Surgeon, Virginia Spine Institute Christopher Good, MD, Spine Surgeon, Virginia Spine Institute Colin Haines, MD, Spine Surgeon, Virginia Spine Institute Ehsan Jazini, MD, Spine Surgeon, Virginia Spine Institute
