All Things PA Education

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Casey Johnson, PhD, senior director of assessment services and psychometrician at the PA Education Association. Together, they embark on a journey deep into the realm of assessment, exploring its pivotal role in evaluating student performance. Delve into the nuances of assessment methodologies, uncovering the...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Dr. Laura Gonzalez, vice president of healthcare innovation at Sentinel U. Together, they delve into the advantages of simulation in healthcare education and its role in effectively preparing learners for clinical practice. Discover key considerations for planning successful simulations, the importance of stan...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Bill Finerfrock, co-founder of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics, and Colonel William John Gill, current president of the Research and Education Foundation for the National Association of Rural Health Clinics. The three discuss crucial topics such as federal advocacy, pathways to involvement in...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Emma Sellers, MS, chief equity, diversity, and inclusion officer at PAEA. The two discuss opportunities for PAs and higher education in the EDI space.   This episode is sponsored by PA Excel . For more information, visit them online at paexcel.com .    All Things PA Education is produced by Association Briefin...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Jonathan M. Bowser, MS, PA-C, program director and associate dean of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Colorado. The two discuss Bowser's experience leading a major curriculum change.   This episode is sponsored by PA Excel. For more information, visit them online at paexcel.com .    All Things...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Olivia Ziegler, PA, chief experience office at the PA Education Association. The two discuss the growth and development of PAEA's Assessment Program and how it drives success for our profession.   This episode is supported by  Southern Illinois University Medicine Doctor of Medical Science Degree .   All Thing...

In this episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Dr. Howard Straker, PA-C, MPH, director of the Physician Assistant/MPH Program at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and Dr. Nicole Burwell, PA-C, department chair and program director of the North Carolina A&T Physician Assistant Program. The three discuss the pros and cons of an entry leve...

In our inaugural episode, host Dr. Sara Fletcher, CEO of the PA Education Association, chats with Dr. Sharon Luke, PA-C, executive director of the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). The two discuss notable changes in the accreditation landscape, meeting the challenges of accreditation, alleviating stress on program directors, and accessing leaders...

The PA Education Association presents All Things PA Education hosted by Dr. Sara Fletcher, a podcast featuring leading experts in PA education discussing trends, philosophies, programs, and issues directly impacting our profession. Check out the trailer for season one!