Association of PAs in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery

Association of PAs in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery We are the premiere organization representing the interests of Cardiac, Vascular, Thoracic, and Critical Care Surgical Physician Assistants.

2024-2025 Compensation and Benefits survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5Q2SNFX

APACVS is the association dedicated to advocacy, networking, & education for PAs in Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular and Critical Care.

11/14/2025

Why is diabetes becoming more common in young adults?
Over the past decade, we’ve seen a concerning rise in Type II Diabetes among individuals in their 30s and even 20s — a condition once considered “age-related.” Sedentary lifestyles, irregular work hours, processed diets, and chronic stress have all played their part in this silent epidemic. Just listen to APACVS International Representative Tanmay Acharia’s personal experience:
For me, this issue hit home when my wife was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes at just 38 years of age. It was unexpected — she wasn’t overweight, had no family history, and seemed perfectly healthy. But the diagnosis was a wake-up call for both of us.
Since then, her life has changed completely — she’s become far more conscious about her diet, physical activity, and mental well-being. Together, we learned that diabetes is not just about controlling sugar; it’s about changing your lifestyle. It’s about balance, discipline, and daily awareness.
Today, she’s healthier and more energetic than ever before — a living reminder that early detection and consistent lifestyle modification can transform lives. 💙
Let’s spread awareness.
Let’s act early.
Let’s make healthier choices — today.




















11/11/2025

We honor all of our of the Armed Forces today and everyday. Thank you for your service to protect this country. We will always be thankful for your sacrifices.

APACVS honors our Nurse Practitioner colleagues during Nurse Practitioner week! We are so lucky to work alongside you to...
11/09/2025

APACVS honors our Nurse Practitioner colleagues during Nurse Practitioner week! We are so lucky to work alongside you to strengthen our patient care!















11/03/2025

A big thanks to all of our members who took the time to give your opinion on this important decision. Please stay tuned as APACVS transitions to Physician Associate as part of our official name!














10/25/2025

APACVS President Janna Harris was recently honored at her Alma Mater East Stroudsburg University as the recipient of the Helen G. Brown award. Congrats President Harris!



















Join  Kaci Hardsock for her free Webinar presentation with ! Register at apacvs.org now and earn 1 free Category 1 CME w...
10/23/2025

Join Kaci Hardsock for her free Webinar presentation with ! Register at apacvs.org now and earn 1 free Category 1 CME when you attend. Sponsored by



















10/23/2025

It’s here! Our Free Category 1 CME Webinar with Kaci Hardsock aka will be presenting on Ethical Dilemmas in Healthcare at 8 PM ET. There is still time to register at apacvs.org today! Do not miss it this amazing Webinar event sponsored by Royal Surgical Associates! Sponsored by Royal Surgical Associates!




















Many patients do not realize the importance dental hygiene plays on their overall health. It can be quite a shock when a...
10/18/2025

Many patients do not realize the importance dental hygiene plays on their overall health. It can be quite a shock when a patient develops fevers and chills, presents to an ED and discovers a giant vegetation on a heart valve. Their history is a recent dental cleaning. This is a life changing moment when you are talking long term antibiotics and possible valve surgery. Review these points and continue to educate your patients on the importance of good dental hygiene! ***Review question: What is the known criteria for major and minor symptoms of Endocarditis?



















Only ONE more week until our final Free CME Webinar of the APACVS inaugural Webinar series. Join Kaci Hardstock  on Thur...
10/16/2025

Only ONE more week until our final Free CME Webinar of the APACVS inaugural Webinar series. Join Kaci Hardstock on Thursday October 23, 2025 at 8pm ET for her talk on Ethical Dilemmas in Healthcare. Show some love by registering today at apacvs.org!
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It’s not too late to register for our Free CME Webinar featuring  Kaci Hardstock as our Webinar presenter. Join us on Th...
10/15/2025

It’s not too late to register for our Free CME Webinar featuring Kaci Hardstock as our Webinar presenter. Join us on Thursday October 23, 2025 at 8pm ET as Kaci discusses ethical dilemmas in Health care. Register for this FREE Category 1 CME event today at apacvs.org!

Sponsored by Royal Surgical Associates!




















ATTENTION APACVS members and fellows:As we close out  , APACVS will open voting from October 17 through October 31, as a...
10/13/2025

ATTENTION APACVS members and fellows:

As we close out , APACVS will open voting from October 17 through October 31, as a membership, on whether we should change our name to “Association of Physician ASSOCIATES in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery”.

Please do your diligence to vote for this monumental change for the APACVS!





















10/10/2025

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