Oregon Society of Physician Associates

Oregon Society of Physician Associates Our mission is to promote quality, cost effective, and accessible health care and support the professional/personal development of physician assistants.

06/08/2026

🎤 Call for Presentations — OSPA Fall Conference 2026 🎤

Do you have a topic you’re passionate about sharing with fellow PAs? Know someone with expertise that could inspire and educate our PA community? Now is the time to submit your proposal!

We’re looking for engaging lectures, workshops, and presentations for the OSPA Fall Conference 2026 — an exciting event bringing together healthcare professionals, innovative thinkers, and industry leaders from across Oregon and beyond.

📍 Riverhouse Resort | Bend, Oregon
📅 September 18–20, 2026

✨ Share your expertise
✨ Inspire fellow healthcare professionals
✨ Build connections and expand your impact
✨ Be part of one of Oregon’s premier PA conferences

This is your opportunity to help shape an unforgettable weekend filled with education, networking, and the latest trends in healthcare.

👉 Submit your proposal today! https://ami.jotform.com/251113909884967

05/18/2026

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN for the OSPA Fall Conference 2026! 🎉

Get ready for a weekend of high-impact education, meaningful connections, and unforgettable experiences with PAs and healthcare professionals from across Oregon and beyond.

📍 Riverhouse on the Deschutes | Bend, OR
📅 September 18–20, 2026

✨ Earn valuable CME
✨ Learn from expert speakers
✨ Network with colleagues and industry leaders
✨ Recharge in beautiful Bend, Oregon

Whether you're looking to sharpen your clinical skills, stay ahead in healthcare, or reconnect with the PA community, the OSPA Fall Conference is the place to be.

🚨 Don’t wait — secure your spot today!
👉 Register now: https://ami.jotform.com/260976854432972

👏 Shoutout to Oregon’s Delegates at AAPA! 👏Thank you to our dedicated Oregon delegates for representing our state and ad...
05/15/2026

👏 Shoutout to Oregon’s Delegates at AAPA! 👏

Thank you to our dedicated Oregon delegates for representing our state and advocating for the PA profession at the AAPA House of Delegates. Your leadership, passion, and commitment help shape the future of healthcare and strengthen the voice of PAs nationwide. 💙

We appreciate the time, expertise, and energy you bring to advancing our profession and supporting PAs across Oregon.

05/14/2026

📣 Calling All Exhibitors & Sponsors! 📣

The OSPA Fall Conference 2026 is bringing together physician associates and healthcare professionals from across Oregon for a weekend of education, networking, and innovation — and we want YOU to be part of it.

📍 Riverhouse on the Deschutes | Bend, OR
📅 September 18–20, 2026

This is your opportunity to showcase your organization, connect directly with healthcare decision-makers, and build meaningful relationships with PAs actively shaping patient care throughout the region.

✨ Increase your brand visibility
✨ Engage with an influential healthcare audience
✨ Highlight your latest products and services
✨ Support PA education and professional development

Whether you're looking to generate leads, strengthen partnerships, or elevate your presence in the healthcare community, the OSPA Fall Conference is the place to be.

👉 Become a sponsor or exhibitor today:
https://ami.jotform.com/260976133855971

A leader committed to advancing the PA profession at every level.OSPA is proud to endorse Alisa Gifford, DMS, DFAAPA, PA...
04/23/2026

A leader committed to advancing the PA profession at every level.

OSPA is proud to endorse Alisa Gifford, DMS, DFAAPA, PA-C for the 2026 AAPA Director-at-Large position.

With a career spanning clinical care, legislative advocacy, and state and national leadership, Alisa brings the experience and perspective needed to represent PAs while balancing national priorities with real-world impact. From driving legislative wins to strengthening relationships across organizations, her leadership continues to move the profession forward.

🗳 Voting opens May 18, 2026

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Valerie Mazziotti, PA-C, PCC 🌟We’re excited to welcome Valerie Mazziotti to the WAPA-OSPA Spring Co...
02/24/2026

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Valerie Mazziotti, PA-C, PCC 🌟

We’re excited to welcome Valerie Mazziotti to the WAPA-OSPA Spring Conference! With over 30 years of clinical experience and as a Professional Certified Life Coach, Valerie empowers Physician Assistants to build long, fulfilling careers without burnout.

🩺 Session: Staying Alive – The Art of a Sustainable PA Career

This interactive session offers practical, evidence-informed strategies for career longevity, professional satisfaction, and personal well-being. Attendees will gain tools to identify burnout risks, clarify priorities, and develop actionable plans to thrive in today’s healthcare environment.

📅 March 8–10, 2026
📍 Skamania Lodge
🎓 CME available

WAPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252856760403964
OSPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252857758310969

👏 Leadership in Action 👏Thank you to OSPA’s Alisa Gifford, Jessica Wright, and Heather Robbins for proudly representing ...
02/23/2026

👏 Leadership in Action 👏

Thank you to OSPA’s Alisa Gifford, Jessica Wright, and Heather Robbins for proudly representing us at the AAPA Executive Leadership Conference.

Your commitment to advancing our profession, strengthening leadership, and bringing valuable insights back to our community does not go unnoticed. We’re grateful for your dedication and the way you continue to elevate OSPA on a national stage. 🌟

02/23/2026

🧠 Speaker Spotlight: Robert Olsen, MD

We’re excited to feature Dr. Robert Olsen, Medical Director of Best Mind Behavioral Health, at the WAPA/OSPA 2026 Joint Conference. With 25 years in mental health care and extensive experience in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Dr. Olsen is passionate about expanding access to innovative depression treatment.

📌 Session: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: How It Works and What It Does — Evidence & Clinical Observations

This session will explore the mechanics and electrophysiology behind TMS, current clinical indications, outcomes in treatment-resistant depression (TRD), and the durability of response. Learn how TMS offers a side-effect–sparing option for patients who haven’t responded to traditional therapies.

Join us March 8–10, 2026 at Skamania Lodge for cutting-edge education!

WAPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252856760403964
OSPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252857758310969

02/21/2026

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Stephanie Benao, PA-C, PharmD 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Stephanie Benao from MultiCare Pulmonology in Yakima to the WAPA-OSPA Spring Conference! With years of experience in pulmonary medicine and pharmacy, Dr. Benao brings a wealth of knowledge to help primary care providers tackle chronic lung conditions.

🫁 Session: Breathe Easy – Pulmonology Pearls for the Busy P*P
Learn practical, evidence-based strategies for managing asthma, COPD, bronchiectasis, and pulmonary nodules, plus essential pharmacology tips to improve patient care.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights from a clinician passionate about patient-centered care.

📅 March 8–10, 2026
📍 Skamania Lodge
🎓 CME available

WAPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252856760403964
OSPA Registration: https://ami.jotform.com/252857758310969

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