Welcome to the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants
Welcome to the official GAPA website. We are glad you’re here and exploring everything GAPA has to offer. Over the next few months, you might see some changes around here as we continue to work diligently to create a space that meets all of your needs in one place at GAPA.net.
President's Message
Meet the New GAPA Presdient – LeAnne Martinelli, RPh, DHSc, PA-C
Dr. LeAnne Martinelli serves as the Program Director and Professor of the Developing Physician Assistant Program at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Georgia. She earned her Doctor of Health Science from Nova Southeastern University, Master of Medical Science from Emory University, and BS in Pharmacy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Prior to joining the faculty at Agnes Scott College, she was the Academic Director and Associate Professor at Mercer University PA Program and an Assistant Professor in the Physician Assistant Program at Emory University School of Medicine. She has 20 years of clinical experience as a physician assistant working in a variety of clinical settings including community health, family medicine, internal medicine, hematology/oncology, and emergency medicine. Dr. Martinelli’s research interests include exploring methods to help the “struggling” student through study skills training, utilization of available resources such as student accommodations, and development of remediation curriculum.
LeAnne Martinelli, RPh, DHSc, PA-C
GAPA President 2023-2024
Are you interested in getting involved? Do you have a background or particular set of skills you think would be helpful in advancing GAPA’s mission and vision? We’d love to have you join us! See below for descriptions of each committee accepting applications.
CME Conference Planning Committee:
Coordinates all activities concerning medical education, conventions, conference and official business meetings on behalf of the GAPA, subject to Board approval. Plans regular conferences subject to Board approval.
Membership Commitee:
Reports membership statistics to the Board on a regular basis. Maintains accurate and current files of membership applications and information and supply the same information to the Board and AAPA when directed by the President. Issues membership cards, certificates, and other membership benefits as appropriate. Conduct membership drives to increase membership as necessary. Issue annual renewal invoices and information. Recommend changes in membership benefits. Shall be available to handle other membership tasks delegated by the President
2024 Fundraiser Task Force:
Organize events and campaigns to raise money and other kinds of donations for GAPA. Also, may design promotional materials and increase awareness of an GAPA’s work, goals, and financial needs.
Application open from November 1st-31st, 2023
Available Articles to Read
The cost-effectiveness of physician assistants/associates: A systematic review of international evidence
GAPA Annual CME Conference - 2022
Here are some photos from the GAPA Annual CMR Conference
Upcoming Events and Activities
See what’s happening with GAPA!
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July 2024
2024 Summer CME Conference
- Start: 14 Jul 2024
- End: 18 Jul 2024
- Location: Sandestin Resort - Destin, FL
Join Us!
Join the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants (GAPA) or renew your membership today to better serve your patients, provide outreach to the medically underserved, strengthen your profession, network with colleagues and celebrate your accomplishments. Take advantage of all GAPA has to offer.
