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Saturday, October 11, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM
PT
Breakfast
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM
PT
Breakfast
Location: Grand Hall Foyer
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
PT
Forum Check-In
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
PT
Forum Check-In
Location: Palm Foyer
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PT
Speaker Ready Room
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PT
Speaker Ready Room
Location: Promenade B
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
PT
Luggage Storage
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
PT
Luggage Storage
Location: Grand Hall D Foyer
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
PT
ARC-PA Presentation: Strategic Advocacy to Meet A1.02
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
PT
ARC-PA Presentation: Strategic Advocacy to Meet A1.02
Location: Grand Hall
Primary Speaker:
Sharon Luke, EdD, PA-C
– ARC-PA
Co-Speaker:
Matthew McQuillan, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
– Rutgers University
Co-Speaker:
Kim Meyer, PhD, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA (she/her/hers)
– ARC-PA
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
PT
ARC-PA Update
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
PT
ARC-PA Update
Location: Grand Hall
Co-Speaker:
Sharon Luke, EdD, PA-C
– ARC-PA
Co-Speaker:
Melissa Coffman, EdD, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– ARC-PA
Co-Speaker:
DeShana Collett, Ph.D, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– ARC-PA
CE: 1.50
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
PT
PAEA End of Curriculum Exam as a Predictor for PANCE Performance
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
PT
PAEA End of Curriculum Exam as a Predictor for PANCE Performance
Location: Coronado A1
Co-Speaker:
Shalon Buchs, EdD, PA-C
– Florida State University College of Medicine
Lead Author:
Rachel Ditoro, EdD, MSPAS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Salus at Drexel University PA Program
Volunteer Moderator:
David Walker
Research Brief
CE: 0.50
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
AI Unleashed: Revolutionizing Research from Struggle to Success
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
AI Unleashed: Revolutionizing Research from Struggle to Success
Location: Harbor I
Primary Speaker:
Adrian S. Banning, DHSc, MMS, PA-C
– Butler University
Co-Speaker:
Cody Sasek, PhD, PA-C (he/him/his)
– Butler University
Volunteer Moderator:
Robyn Chalupa
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Bridging the Gap: Translating Accommodations from Classroom to Clinic
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Bridging the Gap: Translating Accommodations from Classroom to Clinic
Location: Coronado B1
Primary Speaker:
Jacquetta Woods Melvin, MPH, PA-C
– Duke PA Program
Co-Speaker:
Shannon L. Jackson, MSPAS, PA-C
– Oklahoma Baptist University
Volunteer Moderator:
Lindsay Taylor
Student Success
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Building Careers in PA Education: Recruitment, Growth, and Longevity
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Building Careers in PA Education: Recruitment, Growth, and Longevity
Location: Harbor D
Panel Moderator:
Robert T. Furter, PhD, MBA (he/him/his)
– PAEA
Panelist:
Laura R. Gerstner, DHSc, MHA, MSHS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Campbell University PA Program
Panelist:
Karen Graham-Burnet, PhD, PA-C
– Cedarville University
Panelist:
Karen Hills, DHSc, MS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– PAEA
Volunteer Moderator:
Janie McDaniel, MS, MLS(ASCP)SC
– Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Creating RIPLE in Physician Assistant Education
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Creating RIPLE in Physician Assistant Education
Location: Harbor E
Primary Speaker:
Aliza A. Stern, MMSc, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Boston University
Co-Speaker:
Allisyn Brady, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Cambridge Health Alliance
Volunteer Moderator:
Teresa Thetford
Clinical Education
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Flips and Flops: Pearls and Pitfalls for Flipped Pharmacology Classroom
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Flips and Flops: Pearls and Pitfalls for Flipped Pharmacology Classroom
Location: Harbor H
Co-Speaker:
Julie T. Thomas, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
– University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Pr
Co-Speaker:
Jeffrey S. Weinert, Ph.D, ACC (he/him/his)
– University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Pr
Primary Speaker:
Ivy T. Spadone, DMSc, MS, PA-C, AAHIVS (she/her/hers)
– University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Pr
Volunteer Moderator:
Dana Johnson
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Future Educator Fellows Symposium Group 3
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Future Educator Fellows Symposium Group 3
Location: Harbor A
Fellows Speaker:
Brianna Kraft, PA-S2 (she/her/hers)
– University of Washington MEDEX NW
Fellows Speaker:
Randolph Mellone, PAC (he/him/his)
– Delray Medical Center
Fellows Speaker:
Kaylani Tam, MPAS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Oregon Health and Science University
Fellows Speaker:
Nathan Thimas, MHS, PA-C (he/him/his)
– Johns Hopkins Hospital
Volunteer Moderator:
Tammy Rawls
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Effective Reflection for Struggling Learners
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Effective Reflection for Struggling Learners
Location: Coronado D2
Primary Speaker:
Allison Ermol, DHPE, MMS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Butler University
Co-Speaker:
Karen M. Timbrook-Dillow, DMSc, MMS, PA-C
– High Point University
Co-Speaker:
Diana E. Cherkiss, MMS, MPH, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale
Volunteer Moderator:
Ram Srinivasan
Student Success
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Perception Vs Reality: Understanding the Applicant Experience
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Perception Vs Reality: Understanding the Applicant Experience
Location: Harbor C
Primary Speaker:
Erika Brooks, CSPO, CSM, PMP (she/her/hers)
– PAEA
Co-Speaker:
Karen Jacobs, MA (she/her/hers)
– Liaison International
Volunteer Moderator:
Amanda Ingalls
Student Success
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Reimaging the future of basic science courses in compact PA curricula
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Reimaging the Future of Basic Science Courses in Compact PA Curricula
Location: Coronado E
Primary Speaker:
Nicole DeVaul, PhD, M.A. (she/her/hers)
– George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Co-Speaker:
Melissa A. Carroll, PhD, M.S. (she/her/hers)
– George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Co-Speaker:
Kirsten Brown, PhD, MA (she/her/hers)
– George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Volunteer Moderator:
Kelly Mercer
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Spanish Made Easy! Integrating Conversational Spanish into the Curriculum
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Spanish Made Easy! Integrating Conversational Spanish into the Curriculum
Location: Harbor G
Primary Speaker:
Christopher P. Forest, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA (he/him/his)
– Dominican University of California PA Program
Co-Speaker:
Aaron C. Christensen, CHI, CCI
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 1.00
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
The Price of Learning: The Changing Landscape of PA Education
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
The Price of Learning: The Changing Landscape of PA Education
Location: Harbor B
Primary Speaker:
Amber M. Kromah, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Howard University
Co-Speaker:
Charles Mininger, PA-C
– Boston University
Co-Speaker:
Samuel Paik, PA-C (he/him/his)
– Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
Co-Speaker:
Gwen Credit, MA
– University of Washington MEDEX Northwest
Volunteer Moderator:
Jason A. Grahame, MPA, PA-C, DFAAPA
– Cedarville University
CE: 1.00
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) for New PAs: A Delphi Study
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
PT
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) for New PAs: A Delphi Study
Location: Coronado A1
Lead Author:
David J. Bunnell, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA
– AAPA President-Elect
Volunteer Moderator:
David Walker
Research Brief
CE: 0.50
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PT
Hiring a Retention Specialist to Improve Student and Program Outcomes
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PT
Hiring a Retention Specialist to Improve Student and Program Outcomes
Location: Coronado D2
Primary Speaker:
Julia A. Sonnichsen, DMSc, MS, PA-C, RD (she/her/hers)
– Dominican University
Co-Speaker:
Cheng Hsieh, DMSc. MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-EM
– Dominican University
Volunteer Moderator:
Heather Gebauer
Student Success
CE: 0.50
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PT
Transition to Entry-Level Doctoral Degree and Institutional Accreditation
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PT
Transition to Entry-level Doctoral Degree and Institutional Accreditation
Location: Coronado B1
Primary Speaker:
Jennifer Snyder, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA (she/her/hers)
– Butler University
Co-Speaker:
David P. Asprey, PhD, PA-C
– University of Iowa, College of Medicine
Volunteer Moderator:
Amanda Ingalls
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 0.50
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
AI-Driven Support: Transforming Learning for Struggling Students
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
AI-Driven Support: Transforming Learning for Struggling Students
Location: Harbor B
Primary Speaker:
Jaclyn M. Demeter, DMS, MPAS, PA-C
– Butler University
Co-Speaker:
Elizabeth (Betsy) Schmidt, DMS, PA-C
– Butler University
Volunteer Moderator:
Corinne Gatson
Student Success
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Creating a customizable Electronic Health Record system for the classroom
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Creating a Customizable Electronic Health Record System for the Classroom
Location: Harbor G
Primary Speaker:
Dina S. DeMarco, MSPAS, PA-C
– University of Alabama at Birmingham Physician Assistant Program
Co-Speaker:
Courtney G. Brock, MS
– University of Alabama at Birmingham
Volunteer Moderator:
Ram Srinivasan
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Data-Driven Program Assessment for Enhancing PANCE Performance
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Data-Driven Program Assessment for Enhancing PANCE Performance
Location: Harbor D
Primary Speaker:
Jill Ellis, DHSc, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Grand Valley State University
Co-Speaker:
Teresa A. Bacon-Baguley, PhD
– Grand Valley State University
Co-Speaker:
Martina I. Reinhold, PhD (she/her/hers)
– Grand Valley State University
Volunteer Moderator:
Robyn Chalupa
Program Assessment
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Ethical Leadership: Building a Culture of Integrity in PA Education
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Ethical Leadership: Building a Culture of Integrity in PA Education
Location: Coronado E
Primary Speaker:
Marc Doobay, MPAS PA-C DFAAPA (he/him/his)
– University of Iowa PA Program, Carver College of Medicine
Co-Speaker:
Jennifer Zorn, DMS, PA-C
– Butler University Doctor of Medical Science Program
Co-Speaker:
Elizabeth Elliott, MS PA-C DFAAPA (she/her/hers)
– Physician Assistant Program, Baylor College of Medicine
Volunteer Moderator:
Janie McDaniel, MS, MLS(ASCP)SC (she/her/hers)
– Yale School of Medicine PA Online Program
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Leveraging Technology and Clinical Relevance in Human Anatomy Education
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Leveraging Technology and Clinical Relevance in Human Anatomy Education
Location: Harbor H
Primary Speaker:
Karthik V. Hariharan, PT, MS
– School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh
Co-Speaker:
Natalie Brahm
Volunteer Moderator:
Alyssa Holtz
Teaching In the 21st Century
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Making Mentorship Work for You: A Mentee’s Guide for Success
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Making Mentorship Work for You: A Mentee’s Guide for Success
Location: Harbor E
Co-Speaker:
Sara Lolar, MS, PA-C
– Wayne State Univeristy
Primary Speaker:
Alexandria Garino, PhD, PA-C
– Yale School of Medicine
Volunteer Moderator:
Deanna L. Denault, PHD (she/her/hers)
– MGH IHP
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Maximizing Student Success with Evidence Based Teaching Strategies
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Maximizing Student Success with Evidence Based Teaching Strategies
Location: Harbor A
Co-Speaker:
Jeremy L. Nelson, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA (he/him/his)
– University of Iowa Healthcare
Primary Speaker:
Carol Gorney, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA
– University of Iowa Physician Assistant Program
Student Success
CE: 1.00
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Mission: Faculty Retention - Strategies to Support PA Educators
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
PT
Mission: Faculty Retention - Strategies to Support PA Educators
Location: Harbor C
Panelist:
David C. Beck, EdD, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA (he/him/his)
– University of Pittsburgh
Panel Moderator:
Janelle Bludorn, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Duke PA Program
Panelist:
Laura R. Gerstner, DHSc, MHA, MSHS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Campbell University PA Program
Panelist:
April Stouder, EdD, MHS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– Duke PA Program
Panelist:
Daytheon Sturges, PhD, PA-C, MCHES (he/him/his)
– University of Washington MEDEX Northwest
Volunteer Moderator:
Jason A. Grahame, MPA, PA-C, DFAAPA
– Cedarville University
Faculty Success
CE: 1.00
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
PT
Attributes of PAs in leadership roles: a national cross-sectional analysis
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
PT
Attributes of PAs in Leadership Roles: A National Cross-sectional Analysis
Location: Coronado A1
Lead Author:
Mirela Bruza-Augatis, PhD, MS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Co-Speaker:
Denise Rizzolo, PhD, MPH, PA-C
– PAEA
Volunteer Moderator:
Amy Dereczyk
Research Brief
CE: 0.50
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
PT
Substance Use Disorder Education Updates: Wave Goodbye to the X-Waiver
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
PT
Substance Use Disorder Education Updates: Wave Goodbye to the X-Waiver
Location: Coronado D2
Primary Speaker:
Natasha Seliski, MPAS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– University of Utah
Volunteer Moderator:
Heather Gebauer
Co-Speaker:
Joanne Rolls, MEHP, MPAS, PA-C (she/her/hers)
– University of Utah
Student Success
CE: 0.50
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
PT
Closing Reception
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
PT
Closing Reception
Location: Harbor Foyer
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