{"title":"Understanding pediatric cervicofacial non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection.","authors":"Eunice Im, Erin Gawel, Alyson Coppola, Michele Carr","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000169","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000169","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Cervicofacial non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection should be a part of the differential diagnosis for immunocompetent children ages 1 to 5 years who present with painless submandibular or preauricular lymphadenopathy. Although a benign and self-limiting disease, patients can develop a chronically draining fistula if not diagnosed and treated promptly. The diagnostic process can be managed with a combination of microbiological studies, cytology, laboratory tests, and imaging studies. Surgical excision is the most definitive curative measure. Incision and curettage, medical management with antibiotic therapy, or observation are other treatment strategies that may be considered. Frontline clinicians play a pivotal role in identifying which children may have this condition and can facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon disease.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 2","pages":"25-29"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Elizabeth C Pinyan, Elizabeth Tysinger, Rachel Zimmer, Kathleen Wetherell Griffin, Eileen Ronsheim, Andrea McKinnond, Chisom Okoye, Alisha T DeTroye
{"title":"Outcomes of a PA/APRN grand rounds pilot: A novel model for increasing engagement.","authors":"Elizabeth C Pinyan, Elizabeth Tysinger, Rachel Zimmer, Kathleen Wetherell Griffin, Eileen Ronsheim, Andrea McKinnond, Chisom Okoye, Alisha T DeTroye","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000105","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000105","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>This article describes a framework for the development, implementation, and effect of advanced practice provider (APP) grand rounds. A team of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), NPs, and physician associates/assistants (PAs) developed and operationalized a grand rounds initiative in 2019. Since January 2020, 34 live monthly learning sessions have been held in person and virtually. Surveys using Likert-scale questions were provided postattendance to attendees to assess educational growth and opportunities for improvement in future programming. Attendees also were offered an opportunity to give open-ended feedback. Recordings of each presentation were analyzed to identify content alignment with stated academic medical center system goals. Most attendees reported increased projected medical competence, performance, and perceived projected effect on patient outcomes after attending grand rounds. Grand rounds are a novel model for increasing PA, NP, certified nurse-midwife, and CRNA engagement; enhancing evidence-based medical knowledge; and advancing stated academic medical center system goals.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 2","pages":"e7-e11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025484","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Saying yes to opportunity.","authors":"Jason Prevelige","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000186","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000186","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 2","pages":"14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025500","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unmasking the intersection: Race, neurodiversity, and identity in clinical practice.","authors":"Carl A Frizell","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000168","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000168","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 2","pages":"15-16"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025531","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recognition and management of treatment-resistant depression.","authors":"Cyrus Ma, Brittany Strelow","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000163","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000163","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a common psychiatric condition that causes considerable morbidity and disability. MDD is characterized by recurrent depressive episodes that can result in loss of productivity, job insecurity, social isolation, and suicidality. Primary care providers frequently provide the initial management of MDD; however, some patients do not respond to first- or second-line treatments, a condition called treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Understanding how to accurately diagnose and manage TRD is important for clinicians.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":" ","pages":"20-26"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142802851","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Amy Haller, Autumn Groscost, Hayley Quigley, Benjamin Reynolds
{"title":"The evolution and effect of a preceptor academy for PAs and APRNs.","authors":"Amy Haller, Autumn Groscost, Hayley Quigley, Benjamin Reynolds","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000157","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000157","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":" ","pages":"13-14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142802872","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"From shadows to light.","authors":"Laura A Katers","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000181","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000181","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"50"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lori Felker, Kripa Dholakia, Wendy Wachter-Schutz, Mary T Rourke, Kathleen M Youse
{"title":"Seizures in a healthy 20-year-old woman.","authors":"Lori Felker, Kripa Dholakia, Wendy Wachter-Schutz, Mary T Rourke, Kathleen M Youse","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000171","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000171","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (anti-NMDAR) encephalitis is the most common type of autoimmune encephalitis. The initial presentation can vary from subtle mental status changes to more severe symptoms such as seizures, coma, or death. This case report outlines the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to diagnosing and treating a patient with anti-NMDAR autoimmune encephalitis.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"e9-e12"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856353","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
James R Kilgore, Thomas Colletti, Jenna Rolfs, James A Shuler, Elyse Watkins, Jeremy M Welsh, Stephen Lewia
{"title":"Characteristics and career effect on PA graduates of a doctor of medical science program.","authors":"James R Kilgore, Thomas Colletti, Jenna Rolfs, James A Shuler, Elyse Watkins, Jeremy M Welsh, Stephen Lewia","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000170","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000170","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study examined the characteristics and effect of a doctoral degree on career metrics of physician associate/assistant (PA) graduates.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This was a comparative analysis study of doctor of medical science (DMSc) program graduates. Characteristics from this survey were compared with program data and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Statistical Profile of Board Certified PAs for 2022.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Graduates self-reported that the DMSc degree was beneficial for receiving raises, promotions, and new leadership positions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The DMSc degree was considered a positive career benefit by graduates.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":" ","pages":"e16-e19"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142710245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A routine sports physical or something more?","authors":"Andrew Martin, Danielle O'Laughlin","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000158","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"17-19"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}