This episode follows the journey of a Susan Ferrero who left the frontlines of clinical care to step into the world of medical case review for attorneys. Through her eyes, listeners get a firsthand look at what it takes to pivot from patient care to analyzing complex medical cases, the challenges of translating clinical experience into legal insight, and the lessons learned along the way. This is a story of career transformation, bridging medicine and law, and finding a new way to make an impact.

Nurse practitioners and Physician Associates have grown up together. What are our common goals? How can we support each other and become more collaborative? Don’t read the Reddit board! Listen to the first of many podcasts as we talk to nurse practitioner leaders and discuss shared goals and values..

Did you ever wish you could start your own practice? Listen up! We talk to Ed Lopez, an entrepreneurial PA, who has started multiple practices. We discuss plans from start to finish.

How do we grow PA leaders. Where do we educate PA leaders? What characteristics ensure success? Yolanda Freeman-Hildreth knows the skills we need for success. After all, she is a PA leader. Join us for this extremely informative episode with someone who is helping lead the way in breaking barriers.

We discuss the current liability risk with PA practice and how to properly handle any potential risks.

Join Troy and Eileen at the 2025 fall WAPA conference! What do PAs want from a conference? What's do they want from state organizations?  Join us and stay tuned for more podcasts to come! 

Follow us! Join Troy Bender DFAAPA DMSc and Eileen Ravella DFAAPA and DMSc candidate for part 2 on how to get into PA school. We talk to pre PA student El Wong and advise him on how to pick a PA program that fits his needs and the tools to strengthen his PA application. 

This podcast explores the evolving role of the PA doctoral degree—why it matters, how it strengthens our profession, and what to consider when applying. From admission insights to program design and long-term career impact, we break down the essentials for PAs ready to take the next step.

"PA Admissions Blueprint: Strategies for Success” is a podcast guiding aspiring physician assistant applicants through the application process. It covers crafting a standout application, building a competitive profile with clinical experience and academics, choosing the right PA program for your goals, and excelling in interviews with practical tips and expert insights.

The PA Playbook, Season 2, Episode 6, is out now, and Eileen and Joshua tackle emergency medicine!  Whether you're a brand-new PA finding your footing or a seasoned pro juggling patient care and precepting, this episode of The PA Playbook is for you! We chat with John Stangl, PA-C, author of From Classroom to Clinician, a savvy and practical book for new grads adjusting to real-world practice.  We also dive into how all PAs can stay grounded in high-stress environments like the ED. Plus, we explore the art and challenge of precepting PA students in emergency medicine. Tune in for tips, tools, and candid talk that’ll make your clinical life smoother, saner, and more rewarding.