The American Academy of Physician Associates recently concluded its 2025 annual conference. AAPA 2025 Conference & Expo ran from Thursday, May 15, through Tuesday, May 20, in Denver, Colorado.
The AAPA 2025 Conference & Expo was not only a great place to network with other PAs and PA students, but it also offered an excellent opportunity to earn CME credit from hundreds of hours of lectures, workshops, and sessions.
Outlined below are just some of the exciting and innovative research presented at AAPA’s 2025 annual conference.
- Description: As the third-most common cancer in the United States, colorectal cancer screening is vital. However, younger patients tend to be screened less than patients older than 65.
- Result: The approach saw improved CRC screening rates in the 45-64 year age range. Women were likelier to request testing and Non-hispanic and African American patients were more likely to request screening orders.
Infections in Immunocompromised Patients Following Hurricane-induced Flooding, A Case Series
- Description: With the uncommon health challenges presented by natural disasters, the back-to-back hurricane impacts of Helene and Milton gave researchers a unique opportunity to study the extended health risks brought on by hurricanes, particularly to immunocompromised individuals.
- Result: The indirect effects hurricanes have on people’s health is worth studying as the storms increase in intensity and frequency. Antibiotic regimens designed to mitigate the unique risks are crucial in preventing further decline in immunocompromised patients. Additionally, low evacuation thresholds should be maintained in immunocompromised individuals.
Septic Shock From a Dog Bite: Case Study
- Description: A wound from a dog bite can become infected thanks to the bacterial species present in their mouths. A patient who avoided treatment for a dog bite, later presented with sepsis shock.
- Result: Clinicians should reinforce the importance of seeking treatment for animal bites among their patients. A virulent microbe, such as the one in the presented case, can cost someone their life. If not fatal, then the costs in time and financial impact far outweigh that of the initial treatment.
Understanding Dual Perspectives: Burnout and Adherence in Adolescents with T1D
- Description: Type 1 diabetes is the most prevalent chronic illness in pediatric populations, but the majority of young adults state they feel burnout from managing their diabetes.
- Result: Parents tend to observe burnout symptoms more accurately than adolescent patients do. Diabetes management needs to fit within the unique challenges that each adolescent’s home life presents. Screen for diabetes burnout may help identify and assist an adolescent’s glycemic control and mental health.
Evaluating Social Determinants of Health for Postpartum Patients
- Description: With up to 40% of postpartum women skipping their postpartum checkup, many women are missing out on crucial checks to prevent adverse outcomes including maternal mortality and postpartum depression.
- Result: A woman’s risk level of bypassing postpartum checkups may be better determined through multiple screeners during her pregnancy.
Bi-Lateral Popliteal Aneurysm with Rupture Leading to Acute Limb Ischemia
- Description: A patient presented with left knee pain after feeling it pop earlier in the day. The knee started out painful following the pop and then faded to numbness as the day progressed. The patient had an open thrombectomy with left lower extremity medial and lateral compartment fasciotomies.
- Result: Popliteal artery aneurysms are rare, but the case study provides an opportunity to educate on the presentation, evaluation, and treatment of one.
For a full look at the event’s schedule, visit the official website.
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