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Advocacy in Action: Strengthening the Voice of PA Education
All Things PA Education
24 minutes
1 month ago
Advocacy in Action: Strengthening the Voice of PA Education
In this episode, Dipu Patel, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, president of the PA Education Association, talks with Lizeth Zardeneta, manage for state advocacy and external affairs for the PA Education Association. Lizeth shares how she tracks legislation and regulations that directly impact PA programs, faculty, and students, while also tackling pressing issues like clinical site shortages and scope of practice laws. She discusses strategies for mobilizing PA educators, program directors, and students in advocacy efforts, and underscores the value of strong partnerships with state PA chapters and other health professions organizations. Looking ahead, Lizeth outlines her vision for making advocacy resources more accessible and creating meaningful opportunities for the PA community to shape supportive policy environments.
This episode is sponsored by PeopleGrove + CORE Higher Education Group.
All Things PA Education is produced by Association Briefings.