NYSSPA

Across New York, many patients rely on PAs as trusted primary care providers and essential members of their healthcare teams. By modernizing the PA profession, lawmakers can strengthen access to care for families statewide. Learn more: pasforpatients.org #PAsofNY

New York can no longer afford to underutilize more than 20,000 PAs because of outdated and unnecessary administrative rules. As patient demand increases and provider shortages worsen, the need to modernize the PA profession is urgent. Learn more: pasforpatients.org

As the 2026 NYS Legislative Session continues, we are looking for additional support to help with our Legislative Affairs Committee. If you’re interested, visit the NYSSPA website to learn more! nysspa.org/page/Legislati… #PAsofNY

Over the last few months, NYSSPA has been working hard to meet with lawmakers and the @New York State Department of Health to implement PAs as PCPs for Medicaid Managed Care, expanding affordable access to care and health equity to vulnerable New Yorkers.

Have you visited the new NYSSPA public education website yet? Be sure to follow along as the 2026 Legislative Session is in full swing! #Advocacy #PAsofNY

Join the NYSSPA Long Island District for networking and educational updates in managing STIs. This event is open to NYSSPA members and is co-sponsored by NYSSPA's Women's Health Special Interest Group. Please register by 1/21/2026.

Today, we take a moment to remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

There are over 23,000 PAs across NY providing high-quality care to patients of all ages, practicing in every specialty, & managing treatment for all New Yorkers. This year, we ask the NYS Legislature to pass A.7988 / S.7981 to modernize the PA profession & expand access to care.

On the last day of 2025, NYSSPA would like to say Happy New Year to all and wish you a healthy and prosperous 2026!

May your Kwanzaa be filled with reflection, purpose, and joy. Happy Kwanzaa from NYSSPA!

Merry Christmas from NYSSPA! May today be merry and bright for you and your loved ones!

As 2025 comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our members, students, partners, and supporters who continue to support NYSSPA!

Happy Hanukkah from NYSSPA! May the light of the season shine into a new year filled with health and happiness.

Flu cases are beginning to trend upward across New York! Getting a flu shot remains the best way to reduce your risk of flu-related illness and complications. Track flu activity across New York here: New York State Department of Health flu tracker nyshc.health.ny.gov/web/nyapd/new-…

Capital District dinner at Black and Blue in Albany with Madrigal Pharmaceuticals District events are an excellent way to network and to get to know fellow NYSSPA members. A Community Calendar of events can be found on the NYSSPA website. #PAsofNY

NYSSPA DEI Book Club – January 5 at 6:00 PM We will be continuing our read of Invisible Women, discussing Chapters 2 and 3 at our next meeting on January 5 at 6 PM. All NYSSPA members are welcome to join the conversation!

Happy Thanksgiving from NYSSPA! 🦃 We are thankful for New York’s PAs, our patients, and the privilege to care for our communities.

According to the NYS Department of Health, lung cancer claims about 7,000 lives in New York each year. PAs across New York are leading the way in prevention and early detection — and are by their patients’ sides through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. #PAsofNY

Epilepsy can affect anyone — and over 215,000 New Yorkers live with it every day. PAs across New York stand with patients and families, raising awareness and improving access to neurological care.

Attention NYS PAs and PA students: The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) is urging us to act now to ensure upcoming federal student loan caps don’t limit access to PA education. 👉 What you can do – Go to nysspa.org/LegislativeUpd…