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2008 PAEA Annual Education Forum Syllabus

October 29–November 2, 2008

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Savannah, Georgia

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Focused Discussions, Panels, Pearls, Spotlights & Workshops

Faculty Paper Presentations

2008 PAEA Annual Education Forum Posters
October 30 – 31, 2008

PO1.


A Unique and Novel Approach to Adult Learning: Speed Mentoring
Anthony Brenneman, MPAS, PA-C; Karen Hills, MS, PA-C

Not Submitted
PO2.

Admitting Health Care Professionals Other Than Registered Nurses Into a PA Program: A Comparison Based on a Pathophysiology Course
Vikki L. McCleary, PhD, LRD; Charles C. Hosford, PhD; Samantha M. Aslagson

Not Submitted
PO3.

Analysis of Attrition Rates and First Time PANCE Performance Among Graduate/Undergraduate Students of the Drexel-Hahnemann PA Program: 2002-2006
Charles E. Stream, MPH, PA-C; Gary M. Childs, MS; Diana D. Smith, MHS, PA-C; Donna Torbeck, MPAS, PA-C

Abstract
PO4.

Assessing Experiential Learning in Geriatrics Using Reflection Papers
Julie Kinzel, Med, PA-C; Patrick Auth, PhD, MS, PA-C; Jose E. Barcega, MHS, PA-C; Nina Multak, MPAS, PA-C;  Kathryn Grayce-Barnes, MHS, PA-C; Robert W. Young, MS, PA-C

Not Submitted
PO5.

Breast Cancer Screening — Multicultural Influences and Current Standards: A Survey of PA Practices
Carl Fasser, PA; Laurel Spence, MS, PA-C; Julia Middleton, MS, PA-C; J. David Holcomb, EdD

Not Submitted
PO6. Can Professionalism Be Assessed Through the Use of An Objective Structured Clinical Examination? A Three Program Experiment
Pat Kenney-Moore MS, PA-C; Grace P. Landel, MEd, PA-C; Sandy Hoops, MS, CHA/PA-C
Not Submitted
PO7. Changes in Student Knowledge and Attitudes as a Result of an Experiential Workshop on Chronic Disease Management
Mindy Milton, MPA, PA-C; Virginia McCoy Hass, MSN, PA-C, FNP-C
Abstract
PO8.

Classroom Response Systems: Creating an Active Learning Environment or Just Playing Jeopardy?
Marianne Vail, MS, PA-C, Ana Maldonado, MPH, PA-C; Evelyn Graeff, MEd; Stephen Galante, MS, PA-C

Not Submitted
PO9. Clinical Genetics Continuing Education Needs Assessment: A Descriptive Study of a Convenience Sample of Illinois PAs
Kristine M. Healy, MPH, PA-C; Constance Goldgar, MS, PA-C; Amy Lemke, MS, PhD, CGC; Jolie Matheson, MS, CGC; Michael A. Rackover, PA-C, MS; Marlene Sefton, PhD, APN, CNP; Chantelle Wolpert, MBA, PA-C, CGC
Abstract
PO10. Do PAs Serve as Substitutes or Complements for Physician Care in the United States?
Perri Morgan, PhD, PA-C; Nilay Shah, PhD; Jay Scott Kaufman, PhD; Mark Albanese, PhD
Not Submitted
PO11. Educating PA Students About Disability
Anthony Brenneman, MPAS, PA-C
Not Submitted
PO12. Impact of the Implementation of a Master's Degree Track on Applicant Characteristics: A Preliminary Report
Virginia McCoy Hass, MSN, PA-C, FNP-C
Abstract
PO13.

Innovative, Interactive, and Effective: A Web-Based Learning Module on Professionalism for PA Students
Dawn Garwood, MPAS, PA-C; Patricia M. Dieter, MPA, PA-C; Karen J. Hills, MS, PA-C

Abstract
PO14.

Inter-Rater Reliability in Clinical Testing
Jeanie McHugo, MPAS, PA-C

Abstract
PO15.

Introduction to the Operating Room Theater: A Clinical Skills Lab
Sharon Blattner, MEd, PA-C

Not Submitted
PO16.

Military Veterans and the PA ProfessionPerceptions of Sudanese Immigrants of Their Healthcare Providers in Manchester, New Hampshire
Douglas M. Brock, PhD; Timothy C. Evans, MD, PhD, FACP; Keren H. Wick, PhD;
FJ (Gino) Gianola, PA

Abstract
PO17. Number and Reasons for Clinical Site Discontinuation at the Drexel-Hahnemann PA Program, 2002-2006
Charles E. Stream, MPH, PA-C; Gary M. Childs, MS; Diana D. Smith, MHS, PA-C; Donna Torbeck, MPAS, PA-C
Abstract
PO18.

Oncology Training of PAs and the Educational Roles They Assume
Maura Polansky, MS, PA-C; Alicia Ross, MPAC, PA-C; Patricia A Parker, PhD

Not Submitted
PO19.

PA Community-Based Learning: A Unique Opportunity for Students
Jerry J. Noack, PA-C

Not Submitted
PO20. PA or MD: Affective Attitude, Cognitive Attitude, and Career Choice
William H. Holmes, PhD
Abstract
PO21. PA Perspectives of Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Focus Group Conclusions
Paul F. Jacques, DHSc, PA-C; Caryn Hoang; Sara Martell; Christina Randall; Jayne Wilmot; Melanie Schiessl; Russell Moss
Not Submitted
PO22. PAs in Orthopedic Practice: Preliminary Survey Results
Donald Coerver, PhD, PA-C; Eric H Larson, PhD; Keren H Wick, PhD; Ruth Ballweg, MPA, PA-C
Abstract
PO23. Preparing for the Age Wave: Optimizing a PA Program's Geriatrics Curriculum
Beth Alexander, PharmD, BCPS, RPh
Not Submitted
PO24. Required Reading for PA Students: Are There Enough Hours in the Day?
Annamarie F. Streilein, MHS, PA-C; Perri Morgan, PhD, PA-C
Not Submitted
PO25. Revisiting Interdisciplinary Education of Medical and PA Students: A Comparison of Performance in Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine Courses
Theresa Hegmann, MPAS, PA-C
Not Submitted
PO26. Self-Assessment of Cancer Competencies: Instrument Development and Baseline Testing for the Physician ASsistant Cancer Education (PACE) Project
Carl Fasser, PA; Laurel Spence, MS, PA-C; Collette Young, MS, PA; Robert McLaughlin, PhD; David Holcomb, EdD
Not Submitted
PO27. Service Learning, Public Health, and AHEC: Partnership for Success
Lori Millner, PhD; P. Eugene Jones, PhD, PA-C
Not Submitted
PO28. Students’ Academic Expectations Within the Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters of Science in PA Studies, and Anesthesia Assistant Programs
Michael D. Schwartz, PharmD; Martin Zdanowicz, PhD
Abstract
PO29. Survey Results of Chronic Disease Self-Management Curricula in PA Programs
W. Kennedy, DHSc, PA-C; K. Shaver, MS
Not Submitted
PO30. The Burmese Medic: Another PA Analog
Donald M. Pedersen, PhD, PA-C; Kathy J. Pedersen, MPAS, PA-C
Abstract
PO31. The Effects of Synchronized Distance Education on Anxiety, Depression, and Academic Achievement in a PA Program.
Scott L. Massey, PhD, PA-C; Louise Lee, MHA, PA-C
Not Submitted
PO32. The Teaching Fellowship: A Model for Faculty Recruitment
Karen J. Hills, MS, PA-C; Patricia M. Dieter, MPA, PA-C
Not Submitted

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