Membership Benefits
CME Conferences
KAPA
is known for its high quality CME program
which is held every Fall. Respected medical professionals
and health care policy makers present information on cutting
edge medical topics, procedures and issues. Members attend
at reduced rates.
Newsletter
The
member only KAPA newsletter is
a primary source of information to PAs in Kentucky. The newsletter
provides up-to-date information on the activities of the Academy
and on important issues that affect our profession. This quarterly
publication is also available on-line under our Member Login
section.
PA Job Listings
KAPA
offers physician assistants an opportunity to use the PA
Job Link, a resource that is essential to professional
development. Accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on our
Web site, the PA Job Link brings
the power of the Internet to your job search, connecting qualified
PAs and PA students with companies seeking qualified candidates.
Please visit our web page for a list of other opportunities
the PA Job Link offers.
Networking
The
Academy's conferences, newsletters and committee activities
provide social and professional meeting opportunities for
PAs from all regions of the state.
Legislative Representation
KAPA's
Legislative Affairs Committee reviews all legislation affecting
Kentucky PAs. KAPA establishes liaisons with other health
care groups and works with our elected officials to enhance
PA practice on both a state and national level. In addition,
members receive up-to-date communications about how they can
help KAPA's legislative efforts.
Public Education
The
Academy actively promotes the concept of the PA as a vital
part of the health care team and works to increase our profession's
visibility.
Leadership Opportunities
KAPA
members are invited to play an active role in the future of
the PA profession by becoming part of KAPA's leadership. All
members are welcome to join any of KAPA's committees that
provide programs and services.
Student Support
KAPA takes a very active interest
in the future of the PA profession by encouraging and facilitating
student membership. Students attend the CME conference at
special rates.