Stories and Health Tips

Native-Led Clinic Expands Services and Education
As a Board Certified PA and Assistant Clinical Director at New Life Clinic in Ukiah, California, Rachel Chavez, PA-C, has dedicated her career to expanding health services in Native American communities, particularly those battling addiction and chronic pain.

Survivor, PA Strives to Close Breast Cancer Awareness Gap for Black Women
For many, October is simply Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but for LaToya Bolds-Johnson, PA-C, CAQ-EM, the fight is year-round.

Importance of Vascular Health: Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment
Leg swelling, varicose veins and calf pain during walking are some of the most frequent concerns that bring people to my office. These symptoms can sometimes be signs of underlying vascular problems that need attention.

Navigating Chronic Pain: A PAs Approach to Personalized Care
Chronic pain varies significantly from person to person, making it essential to understand each patient’s unique experience.

Healing Skin, Shaping Futures: Meet Jameka McElroy, MSPAS, PA-C
McElroy shares her unique journey into medicine, from discovering the PA profession during her own skin care concerns to becoming a mentor and advocate for diversity and equity in dermatologic care.

Top Concerns and Misconceptions For Men
In recognition of Men’s Health Month this June, we sat down with Aaron Henry, MSHS, PA-C, Assistant Professor of PA Studies at George Washington University, to discuss the critical issues facing men and his take on the role that PAs play in encouraging men to take proactive steps to improve their well-being.

Bridging Health Care Gaps in Minority Communities
In recognition of National Minority Health Month this April, we sat down with Jasmine Cofield, MS, PA-C, to discuss the critical issues facing minority communities and her opinions on the vital role PAs play in creating equitable health care access.

From Crisis to Care: Advances in Telemedicine Transform Addiction Treatment
Olatunde “Tunde” Oshikoya DMSc-S, MPAS, PA-C is a Board Certified PA with a clinical background in addiction medicine and behavioral health. Learn more as he explore expounds on his passion for telemedicine.

Implications of AI on PA-Patient Relationship
As a PA, it is crucial to understand how these technological advancements will impact the PA-patient relationship in the long term and what this means for the dynamics of trust and empathy in health care.