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AASPA 2023 Annual CME Meeting
Wednesday, August 30 – friday, September 1, 2023
mass general brigham | boston, ma
AASPA is excited to have met in person again for this year's 23rd Annual CME Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts! This year’s meeting is a 3 day event filled with remarkable lectures on the latest cutting-edge topics of interest to the profession! Topics include Neurosurgical Procedures, Pediatric ENT Emergencies, Trauma and Acute Care for Burns, Patient Privacy in the Digital Health Era, and Diversity and Equity. View the full agenda below for more details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
AASPA 2023 Annual CME Meeting Pricing
If you would like to register any or all days of the 2023 Annual Meeting, please click below.
Full Meeting - Early Bird Registration ends May 1, 2023
$595 non-members / $395 FOR AASPA MEMBERS
FULL MEETING-After May 1, 2023
$695 non-members / $495 for AASPA Members
$175 FOR students
SINGLE DAY
$300 PER DAY
Call For Speakers — Deadline May 1st!
What we're looking for:
For our 2023 annual conference, we are looking for dynamic speakers who will present on content that is of interest to advanced practice providers who work in all areas of surgery as well as those who perform trauma or emergency procedures.
• We will examine new and innovative procedures taking place in all aspects of pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative care.
• We will talk about new medications that impact the care of surgical patients.
• We will examine different roles advanced practice providers play in inpatient and outpatient settings and how they can become role models and leaders in their positions.
• We will talk about ways to make your work-like better: improving communication with patients and colleagues, getting the support you need at work, and how to bill properly for your services.
• Specific areas of interest: neurosurgery, ENT surgery, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, breast surgery, transplant surgery, vascular surgery, plastic surgery, thoracic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, trauma surgery, pediatric surgery, urology, wound care, COVID, new procedures, new medications/technology that may impact surgical care, and topics that encourage cultural competency and diversity within the profession.
Deadline for Submission: May 1, 2023
Notification of Acceptance: May 31, 2023
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Cervical Arthroplasty vs Arthrodesis Webinar
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | 7:00–8:00pm CST
This webinar program has been reviewed and is approved for a maximum of 1 AAPA Category 1 CME credits by the PA Review Panel. Live attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and share information.
Presented by Michelle Dellene, BSC, MMS, PA-C, RYT
Michelle Dellene Heine, PA-C is a passionate surgical physician assistant striving to bring excellence to all her patients. She has experience in trauma neurosurgery, aesthetics, general surgery, and robotics. She strives to deliver high quality care, enthusiasm, and optimism. She was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology & Cell Science from the University of Florida in 2013 and her Master of Medical Science from Nova Southeastern University in 2016. During the COVID-19 pandemic she became a registered yoga teacher and lifestyle coach and currently is working as an entrepreneur with the mission to Heal the Healers. Her 2022 goal is to open her own surgical practice with an emphasis on lifestyle medicine and philanthropy
AASPA Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: $50
Non-Member Student Cost: $30
Tracheostomies and the Physician Assistant
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 7:00–8:00pm CST
This webinar program has been reviewed and is approved for a maximum of 1 AAPA Category 1 CME credits by the PA Review Panel. Live attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and share information.
Presented by Scott P. Sherry, MS, PA-C, FCCM
Scott is certified as a Physician Assistant by the NCCPA. Completed an undergraduate bachelor of science degree in Emergency Health Services and received his paramedic certification in 1995 from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Served as a paramedic with New Castle County, Delaware EMS until 2000 when he entered Physician Assistant School. Graduated from Finch University of Health Sciences in 2002 with a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
Scott has been working as a Physician Assistant for over 20 years working in Trauma, Critical Care and Acute Care Surgery. Currently serving as the Sepsis Program Manager at Oregon Health and Science University.
Special Interests: Emergency Medical Services, Quality Improvement, Coding and Billing, Disaster Management.
AASPA Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: $50
Non-Member Student Cost: $30
AASPA is at AAPA!
Meet & Greet | May 22nd | 3:30pm–4:30pm CDT
Omni Nashville Hotel | 3rd Floor I Mockingbird 3
Be sure to visit the AASPA booth at the AAPA 2023 Meeting in Nashville, TN on May 20–24!
Also, be sure to join us for the AASPA Meet & Greet on May 22nd from 3:30PM-4:30PM CST at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Mockingbird 3, Floor 3! Meet board members to network and learn about all of the benefits of joining AASPA!
AASPA 2022 Annual CME Meeting - Thank You to All Who Attended!
Thursday, October 13 – SUNDAY, October 16, 2022
Royal Sonesta Houston | Houston, TX
AASPA is excited to have met in person again for this year's 22nd Annual CME Meeting in Houston, Texas! This year’s meeting was a 3 ½ day event filled with remarkable lectures on the latest cutting-edge topics of interest to the profession! Topics include Neurosurgical Procedures, Pediatric ENT Emergencies, Trauma and Acute Care for Burns, Patient Privacy in the Digital Health Era, and Diversity and Equity. Click the button below for more details.
PA Student Networking Event
These events will be an informal opportunity for current PA students to network with one another and with currently certified PAs. This will allow for current PA students to ask questions related to PA school and clinical practice.
Join us every month!:
- Wednesday, April 19th, 7-8pm CST/ 8-9pm EST
- Wednesday, May 17th, 7-8pm CST/ 8-9pm EST
- Wednesday, June 21st, 7-8pm CST/ 8-9pm EST
Registration is free! We look forward to networking with you!
Come Visit the AASPA Booth at the 4th SOAP Conference!
Palliative Care Education
PA Certificate in palliative and serious illness care
PAs are trusted clinicians who provide compassionate, multifaceted care to patients and families at every stage of health, including through serious illness. Delivering care that targets the physical and emotional symptoms of advanced illness requires an extra level of skill and training.
This 12-week online instructor-led course prepares PAs in any practice setting to deliver high-quality care that effectively supports patients with advanced illnesses and their families. You’ll master evidence-based skills and strategies essential in primary palliative care including communication, advance care planning, prognostication, pain and symptom management, psychosocial-spiritual aspects of care, care at the end of life, and more.
*Also appropriate for APPs in any setting.
Program Details:
- Interactive didactic online lessons, prepared by palliative care clinical leaders
- Course material available 24/7
- Supplemental live "Grand Rounds" sessions with your fellow students and an expert PA instructor
- Weekly assignments you complete on your own schedule
- Class size is limited to 25 people
- About 5-7 hours per week spent on learning
Statement on Diversity
The American Association of Surgical Physician Assistants (AASPA) recognizes that having diverse members is essential to our profession and to the growth and strength of our organization. We have a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity for all members. AASPA celebrates and respects the differences of all members as this is what drives our passion to lead in the PA profession.
The AASPA supports this commitment to diversity in many ways. Our organization is committed to having diverse representation members and leadership positions. The AASPA has formed a robust Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee whose members support continuing education efforts for the entire organization. The efforts of this committee also include mentorship for all leaders and future leaders.
AASPA Webinar Series
The AASPA is looking to add speakers to our monthly webinar panel. Are you interested in providing a webinar on a surgical topic? If so, please contact us!
We are looking for presentations covering content that is of interest to advanced practice providers who work in all areas of surgery as well as those who perform trauma or emergency procedures.
The presentation should be approximately 45-50 minutes in length, and the presenter should be available for an additional 10-15 minutes afterward to allow for questions. The presentation can involve one person or a panel.
If you are interested in providing a webinar, we ask that you fill out this form.
Submit Your Articles for Sutureline
Sutureline is the official journal of the American Association of Surgical Physician Assistants (AASPA) and its purpose is to be a platform for members to communicate professionally, stay connected, and advance the surgical physician assistant profession with educational articles and research. Sutureline is published electronically in the spring, fall and winter, and access to the archive of articles is available to AASPA Members. The Editorial Board reviews clinical articles to consider for publication. For questions on submitting a clinical article, please email [email protected].
Did you know...
Based on the AASPA 2022 Member Survey,
- Nearly 50% of our members have greater than 10 years of experience in practice
- The top surgical specialties are general surgery, cardiovascular surgery, plastic surgery, and trauma
Are you an AASPA member and interested in learning more? You can view the survey results by clicking the button below. You must be logged into the AASPA site as a member to access the Member Resources Page.
