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Exploring Nonclinical Roles as a PA - Meet the Panelists

Saturday, May 17, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM  
Location: Colorado Convention Center, Room 207
CE: 2.00 AAPA Category 1 CME
Capturing for On Demand

Are you considering expanding your career as a PA beyond patient care? Roles outside of clinical practice are increasing, providing opportunities for professional development and improved career satisfaction. Join a panel of experts to navigate a change in your career path by discovering more about the roles of a faculty member, researcher, administrator, and medical science liaison (MSL). Panelists will highlight the benefits and challenges of these roles and provide tips on how to transition. Ample time will be provided to get individual questions answered during small breakout sessions with the panelists.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
  • Describe opportunities outside of patient care for PAs
  • Weigh benefits and challenges associated with nonclinical roles for PAs
  • Discuss considerations when making a transition to a new career path