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The PA profession includes clinicians who work in over 60 specialties, ranging from family medicine and urgent care to transplant surgery and dermatology. In 2023, cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery was the highest-paying PA specialty.

Last year, there were approximately 40,000 downloads of the AAPA Salary Report. It’s clear that PAs value the data included in our annual Salary Report. Now you have a chance to be a part of the next Salary Report by taking the 2023 AAPA Salary Survey.

According to recent data collected by The Harris Poll, more than two-fifths of U.S. adults (46%) have helped someone else navigate the healthcare system. During National Family Caregivers Month, AAPA aims to recognize and honor the caregivers across the country for their commitment and sacrifice.

The PA profession includes clinicians who work in over 60 specialties, ranging from family medicine and urgent care to transplant surgery and dermatology. In 2022, cardiovascular/cardiothoracic surgery was the highest-paying PA specialty.