RIA: PA Leadership Model: A Novel Framework for PA Leaders
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
CE: .5 AAPA Category 1 CME
Research in Action (RIA): 25-minute research presentation, eligible for CME
The purpose of this study was to describe the lived experience of PA leaders in academic, clinical, and healthcare executive roles and to create a conceptual framework for leadership in the PA profession through a lens of health equity. Using a phenomenological approach, semi-structured interviews were utilized to collect data. Twelve themes were determined for the challenges, strategies/best practices, success measures, and recommendations for PA leaders creating the C-SSR PA Leadership Model.
Authors: Bethany L. Grubb
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Identify the challenges, strategies, success measures, and recommendations of current PA leaders
Describe next steps for aspiring PA leaders
Define how PA leadership bridges the gap to health equity
