• Respectful maternity care (RMC) is a well described, common-sense approach for improving person-centered and equitable intrapartum and postpartum care, but it lacks a standard definition, clear measurement method, or evidence of effectiveness.
• Two types of RMC frameworks described in the literature based on either 1) Disrespect and Abuse (D&A) or 2) Rights-Based, have overlapping themes with components that reflect efforts to implement metrics to eliminate practices identified as disrespect or abuse, and initiatives to work toward healthcare systems and settings that focus on respectful care. Common themes include: freedom from abuse; consent; privacy; dignity; communication; safety; and justice.

Comments accepted until August 14, 2023. View full details here.

The APAOG Board of Directors, Education Committee and Conference Planning Chair would like to extend a thank you to our annual conference sponsors and exhibitors. Without support from companies and organizations like these, hosting our event would not be possible. See full list below:

Check out these resources available right now on-demand:

Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia (GTN) Education Module

Created by the SGO Advanced Practice Provider Committee with physician support, this resource was designed as an introductory educational tool with an overview of gestational trophoblastic neoplasia (GTN) and is intended for advanced practice providers and allied health professionals who are new to caring for women with gynecologic malignancies.

APP Education Modules
This tool was designed as a resource to aid in the onboarding process of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) new to gynecology oncology practice. It is a useful guide applicable for APPs practicing in both clinic and inpatient settings. The SGO APP Committee developed this tool with additional input from physicians on the SGO Education Committee. This resource includes two downloadable PDFs and is only available to SGO Members.

Conveniently access the following educational tools designed to assist in training APPs and allied health professionals who are new to gynecologic oncology:

• Genetics
• Cervical Cancer
• Endometrial Cancer
• Ovarian Cancer

APP Onboarding Tool

This tool was designed as a resource to aid in the onboarding process of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) new to gynecology oncology practice. It is a useful guide applicable for APPs practicing in both clinic and inpatient settings. The SGO APP Committee developed this tool with additional input from physicians on the SGO Education Committee. This resource includes two downloadable PDFs and is only available to SGO Members.

AAPA Areas of Practice Guide

The Areas of Practice Guide is a collection of tools and resources from AAPA and its partners to help PAs make the most of their careers, whether they are just starting out or are seeking to make a career transition.

CLICK HERE and use the drop-down menu to navigate to Obstetrics and Gynecology.

* you will need to login to your AAPA membership profile to access

AAPA PA Like a Pro Webinar Series: OB-GYN and Women’s Health Care

Are you passionate about OB-GYN and women’s health care? It is estimated that fewer than 2% of all PAs practice in the field of OB-GYN and its subspecialties – however there is a growing need for PAs in that field due to projected physician shortages, physician burnout, and an increase in maternal mortality in the U.S.

PAs have a generalist medical background that well prepares them to work in both outpatient and inpatient obstetrics and gynecology settings. PAs evaluate and manage common gynecological conditions, and they provide patient education and counseling on ob-gyn topics. Not only can PAs perform a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, but because they are known for the empathetic care they deliver, they also enhance the coordination of care and improve patient satisfaction.

In this live learning experience, you will:

• Meet an experienced PA and hear about a typical day in OB-GYN/Women’s Health practice
• Get an overview of skills, procedures, and medical knowledge you will need to be successful in the field
• Explore case studies

View Here

*will need to sign into your AAPA membership to access

Thank you to all of our members who participated in the APAOG nominations and elections process in order to fill the APAOG Board of Directors positions. Thank you to all nominated candidates. Please join us in congratulating the following on their new positions:

• President: Melanie Lucks, MMS, PA-C
• Vice President: Audrey Fenwick, PA-C, NCMP
• Treasurer: Marian "Mari" Chadwick, MPAP, PA-C
• Director-at-Large: Adrianna Kiafoulis, PA-C
• Student Representatives: Ebony Eddy, PA/S, MPH(c) and Sarah Smith, PA-S1

The new board members will begin their terms starting on July 1, 2023.

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Thank you to our 2022-2023 Board of Directors!

APAOG's 2023 Annual Conference is scheduled for July 17-19 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Join us for a full two and a half days of learning, networking and more! Our conference was just confirmed to be able to offer up to 18.25 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits. Interested individuals can register today to save their spot. Members receive a discounted registration rate (must log-in to access). You can view our conference schedule, meet the speakers, find vendor opportunities and all other conference related details on our website. Contact our office with any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you in July!

APAOG is excited to release the sixth issue of The Artemis: The Journal of the Association of PAs in OBGYN! This is a member-only benefit that was introduced in 2022. Visit our website to access the newest release, for more information, resources, ways to get involved, and to provide your feedback! We look forward to hearing from you in order to make the next issue even better.

Meet the newest member of the APAOG Podcast team, Kaitlin Sontag, PA-C! Kaitlin is a vital part of the team, helping research for our topic specific episodes.

Kaitlin is a PA living and practicing reproductive healthcare in Northern California. She was initially drawn to the field of gynecology by her own experiences as a patient. She aims to create a comfortable, non-judgemental environment that makes her patients feel empowered to make decisions about their bodies. In her free time she can be found hiking, making ceramics, and taking her pup on adventures around the Bay Area.

For more information on our podcast, visit: https://apaog.org/APAOG-Podcast

The awards process is the single most important means that APAOG has for recognizing PAs who have made significant contributions in women's health. Please help us in congratulating the 2023 award winners:

For more information on APAOG awards or to view past award winners, please click here.