Colorado Academy of PAs

Colorado Academy of PAs The Colorado Academy of PAs represents PAs in the state, promotes PAs role in patient centered care We hope this web site will be an aid to doing just that.

CAPA is a constituent chapter of the American Academy of Physician Assistants The Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA) was established in 1976 to:

- Promote the PA profession to Colorado's lay and medical community.
- Offer community health education projects.
- Offer continuing medical education for PAs.
- Help ensure proper regulation and utilization of PAs in Colorado. The Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants is the voice of Colorado PAs. We are interested in your needs and work hard to supply you with the resources you need to stay informed.

Step into the shoes of a medical detective in this interactive, multi-disciplinary case study with Kimberly Picchietti, ...
03/03/2026

Step into the shoes of a medical detective in this interactive, multi-disciplinary case study with Kimberly Picchietti, MS, PA-C. Follow a patient presenting with a strange constellation of symptoms that cross the boundaries of cardiology, neurology, rheumatology, and GI.

Without spoiling the two rare conditions at the heart of the mystery, we invite the audience to analyze the evidence, connect the clinical dots, and help uncover the final diagnosis. This is an immersive challenge in diagnostic reasoning where every clue counts and four specialties collide. Can you solve the case?

See the full agenda and register at coloradopas.org.

The CAPA Conference has officially been approved for 24 CMEs from AAPA! Register for the Conference at coloradopas.org.
02/28/2026

The CAPA Conference has officially been approved for 24 CMEs from AAPA! Register for the Conference at coloradopas.org.

Building attainable, effective treatment plans for mental health disorders is often a time-consuming challenge. This ses...
02/26/2026

Building attainable, effective treatment plans for mental health disorders is often a time-consuming challenge. This session with Sami Hudgins, PA-C introduces a structured, integrative framework designed to streamline your process and improve patient outcomes.

We move beyond standard protocols to explore the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model, focusing on how to implement evidence-based lifestyle changes alongside strategic clinical decisions. You’ll learn to optimize treatment while avoiding the pitfalls of psychiatric polypharmacy, giving you a clear, sustainable roadmap for patient recovery.

See the full agenda and register at coloradopas.org.

Master the art of the needle in this immersive, hands-on orthopedic injection workshop from Christopher Cordova, DSc, PA...
02/21/2026

Master the art of the needle in this immersive, hands-on orthopedic injection workshop from Christopher Cordova, DSc, PA-C. Designed to bridge the gap between anatomy and practice, this session focuses on building your clinical confidence through direct procedural experience. You will master the identification of critical anatomical landmarks, navigate the essential indications and contraindications for various joints, and refine your technique to ensure precision and patient comfort. Step away from the lecture slides and get the tactile training you need to perform orthopedic injections with total certainty.

Just add the workshop ($100) at check out to your registration at coloradopas.org.

Rachel Weinzimmer will present "Hey, it’s me, I’m the problem - When to (not) send your patients to the ED" at the upcom...
02/17/2026

Rachel Weinzimmer will present "Hey, it’s me, I’m the problem - When to (not) send your patients to the ED" at the upcoming CAPA Conference.

Are you working in primary care or urgent care and are unsure which patients to send ED or are frustrated by the emergency department response? Bridge this gap (with some Taylor Swift flair) with an evidence-based presentation that outlines when and when not to send your patient to the ED. Additionally, transfer of care top tips will help reduce the stress of communicating with the ED.

Register at coloradopas.org.

Rachel Seccia will speak on "Take Immediate Action: Rethinking TIA as a Neurologic Emergency" at the upcoming CAPA Conf...
02/13/2026

Rachel Seccia will speak on "Take Immediate Action: Rethinking TIA as a Neurologic Emergency" at the upcoming CAPA Conference.

Every second counts when a "mini-stroke" is the only warning sign. This session explores the critical window for TIA intervention, covering rapid diagnostic workups and the latest evidence-based treatments to prevent permanent damage. We’ll dive into high-yield symptom recognition and the specific management of PFO-associated strokes, giving you the tools to identify cardiac risks and stop a major infarct before it starts.

Register at coloradopas.org.

Thank you to all the PA students that attended CAPA at the Capitol! We are so happy to inspire the next generation of PA...
02/13/2026

Thank you to all the PA students that attended CAPA at the Capitol! We are so happy to inspire the next generation of PAs!

Thank you to Senator Kipp and Representative Gonzalez for meeting with PAs at the Capitol this week!
02/13/2026

Thank you to Senator Kipp and Representative Gonzalez for meeting with PAs at the Capitol this week!

Thank you to Representative Sheila Lieder for meeting with PAs at the Capitol this week!
02/13/2026

Thank you to Representative Sheila Lieder for meeting with PAs at the Capitol this week!

From clinics to the Capitol — because advocacy is patient care, too.Thank you to all of the Colorado PAs who stand with ...
02/13/2026

From clinics to the Capitol — because advocacy is patient care, too.
Thank you to all of the Colorado PAs who stand with CAPA as we work to protect access, expand care, and support our Colorado communities. 💙

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