Washington Academy of Physician Associates

09/09/2026

1 more day till the WAPA MEET UP AT Montana Bar for Trivia Night!

09/08/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Gregory Engel, MD, MPH

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Gregory Engel, MD, MPH, Vice President for Education at Ceasefire Northwest, to the 2026 WAPA Annual Fall CME Conference!

With more than 25 years of experience in family medicine, epidemiology, medical education, and community health, Dr. Engel brings a unique public health perspective to an important conversation about prevention and community safety.

🔎 Session: Firearm Injury Prevention: What Every Clinician Should Know

How can healthcare professionals contribute to firearm injury prevention beyond the exam room? Dr. Engel will explore the epidemiology of firearm injury and death, evidence-based prevention strategies, and practical, nonjudgmental approaches to discussing firearm safety, secure storage, and periods of elevated risk with patients and families.

Attendees will also learn how physician associates and other healthcare professionals can support community education, professional education, and evidence-based prevention efforts in their own communities.

📅 November 1–4, 2026
📍 Hyatt Regency Lake Washington | Renton, WA
🎟️ Register today: https://ami.jotform.com/260976961103966

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from WAPA!

Today, we recognize and celebrate the dedication, hard work, and contributions of workers across Washington and the nation. We extend a special thank you to physician associates and all healthcare professionals who work tirelessly to care for their communities every day.

We hope you have a safe, restful, and well-deserved Labor Day!

09/07/2026

It is our responsibility to keep ourselves aware of the issues surrounding access to health healthcare in Washington state. This is one way to do so.

09/07/2026

International Medical Aid has internship opportunities for pre-physician assistant students, students in graduate physician assistants programs, and licensed physician assistants to work in busy international hospitals, mentored by our outstanding staff of dedicated healthcare professionals. We collaborate with an extensive network of public and private hospitals to provide rewarding hands-on…

09/04/2026

🎤 Panel Spotlight: Conversations on Practice Ownership & Independent Contracting

What does it really take to step outside traditional employment and build something of your own? At the 2026 WAPA Annual Fall CME Conference, we’re bringing together three experienced physician associates for a practical conversation about entrepreneurship, independent contracting, and owning a medical practice.

Meet your panelists:

👩‍⚕️ Jenna Newcomb Barkhimer, MS, PA-C, CAQ-EM
Physician Associate at NWES and WAPA President (2026–2027), Jenna brings experience in emergency and family medicine, leadership, and independent contracting. She’ll share insights on forming an LLC, working with a CPA, and the types of work PAs can pursue as independent contractors.

👨‍⚕️ David Wood, MBA, PA-C
President and Founder of Kittitas Valley Urgent Care and Yakima Valley Urgent Care, David brings more than three decades of medical experience and extensive expertise in healthcare leadership, operations, and business development. He’ll explore what it takes to start your own practice, the legal considerations in Washington, and whether practice ownership is right for you.

👨‍⚕️ Brian Hiller, PA-C
Founder of Rainier Family Medicine & Pediatrics and Rainier Direct Medicine, Brian has firsthand experience building and evolving independent medical practices. His “Medical Practice Ownership: Ropes Course” will use the analogy of mountain climbing to explore business preparation, sustainability, operations, route planning, and team building.

💡 Whether you’re already considering entrepreneurship or simply curious about what it takes to build your own practice, this panel will offer practical insights from PAs who have actually done it.

📅 November 1–4, 2026
📍 Hyatt Regency Lake Washington | Renton, WA
🎟️ Register today: https://ami.jotform.com/260976961103966

09/02/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Ashley Cox, DMSc, PA-C

We’re excited to welcome Ashley Cox, DMSc, PA-C, from OHSU to the 2026 WAPA Annual Fall CME Conference!With a background in echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, primary care, and cardiology, Ashley brings a unique perspective to cardiovascular health and education.

❤️ Session: Unclogging the Hyperlipidemia Guidelines for the P*P

What do the latest hyperlipidemia guidelines actually mean for primary care? Ashley will break down the key changes from the 2019 guidelines, LDL goals, cardiovascular risk assessment, lab testing, medications, imaging, and how to apply individualized lipid management in everyday practice.

Walk away with practical tools to better assess cardiovascular risk and make informed decisions about lipid-lowering therapy for your patients.

📅 November 1–4, 2026
📍 Hyatt Regency Lake Washington | Renton, WA

🎟️ Register today: https://ami.jotform.com/260976961103966

08/22/2026

Take care of your heart

08/22/2026

08/22/2026

Get your child ready for the new school year! Snohomish County Health Department is hosting 2026 Back-to-School Vaccination Clinics at multiple district locations:

Marysville School District
Tue, 8/18, 1–5 PM
Liberty Elementary School
4923 67th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270

Everett Public Schools
Fri, 8/21, 11 AM–3 PM
Community Resource Center
3900 Broadway, Everett, WA 98201

Mukilteo School District
Mon, 8/24, 2–6 PM
Challenger Elementary School
9600 Holly Drive, Everett, WA 98204

Monroe School District (Monroe students only)
Wed, 8/26, 4–6 PM
Park Place Middle School
1408 W. Main St., Monroe, WA 98272

No cost. Appointments encouraged. Limited walk-ins available.
Sign up here: https://www.snohd.org/177/Immunizations