January 2026
AAMPR Newsletter modernization launched — transitioning from static PDF distribution to a fully searchable, web-based publication platform to expand access and engagement.

December 2025
Presentation to NCCPA, continuing dialogue on PA practice, certification, and Puerto Rico’s evolving landscape.

October 2025 | Digital Outreach
PA Week Digital Advocacy Campaign
Coordinated social media education and outreach generating 30,000+ views and engagements, amplifying awareness of the PA / Asociado Médico profession in Puerto Rico.

October 2025 | Pretoria, South Africa
International Delegation & Palaver Award
Presentation titled “Workforce Gaps & PA Education: A Puerto Rico Case Study in Policy, Training, and Health System Collapse,” highlighting Puerto Rico’s healthcare challenges within a global policy and education forum.

October 2025 | Organizational Development
Launch of Café con Propósito
Creation of a quarterly initiative under the Newsletter Subcommittee designed to foster professional growth, reflection, and leadership development.

May 2025 | Denver, CO
AAMPR booth at the AAPA Conference, strengthening national visibility and member engagement.

March 2025 | Johns Creek, GA
Inaugural International PA Summit hosted by U.S. organizations (NCCPA, PAEA, ARC-PA, AAPA).

March 2025 | Puerto Rico
AAMPR & SJB PA Students participated in Health Fiesta, offering community-focused health education.

March 2025
Launch of “All You Need to Know About the PA-C Profession” — an inaugural educational presentation designed to be delivered regularly at universities and schools across Puerto Rico.

Ongoing
Continued advocacy efforts in collaboration with national partners.
Continued quarterly AAMPR Newsletter publishing.

October 2024 | Puerto Rico
Presentation for Imperactivo on the limitations and advantages of utilizing PA-Cs in telemedicine initiatives on the island.

September 2024 | Atlanta, GA
Representation at the Represent Summit.

September 2024 | Washington, DC — Engagement with physician and cultural influencer PJ Sin Suela, including backstage meeting following a live concert, strengthening public-facing advocacy and cultural outreach

September 2024 | Washington, DC
Participation in the AAPA Leadership and Advocacy Summit, engaging with national leaders and policymakers.

2024
Creation of the Social Media Subcommittee, expanding digital outreach and public education.

May 2024 | Austin, TX
AAMPR representation in the AAPA House of Delegates and conference booth presence.

April 2024
Coordinated advocacy efforts in collaboration with national partners.

Ongoing
Continued AAMPR Newsletter publishing.

December 2023 | Puerto Rico
White Coat Ceremony for SJB PA students, marking the transition into clinical training.

December 2023
Meetings with public health leaders including Cynthia Lebrón, PhD, MPH (Latino Caucus for Public Health) and Sergio Rivera, MPH, to align on health equity initiatives.

November 2023
Update meeting with NCCPA leadership, reinforcing transparency and collaboration.

November 2023 | Puerto Rico — AAMPR & PA students participated in Health Fiesta, providing community health education and increasing visibility of the PA/Asociado Médico profession.

October 2023
-Creation of the Newsletter Subcommittee & Launch of the Inaugural AAMPR Newsletter, published quarterly to inform and engage members.
AAMPR Student Meet & Greet in San Juan, amplifying student voices and concerns.
-Presentation with PAs for Latino Health (PALH) highlighting Puerto Rico’s PA journey.
-Delegate representation at the IAPAE Conference in India, engaging with global PA and Clinical Officer educators.

September 2023 | Washington, DC
-Participation in the AAPA Leadership & Advocacy Summit, including meetings with congressional staff of the Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico.
-Presentation to AAPA’s DEI Committee, advocating for representation of Asociados Médicos.

August 2023
First AAMPR Membership Vote to formally organize the Board of Directors.
Meeting with the HHS Office of Minority Health to discuss health equity and the role of PAs.

July 2023 | Milwaukee, WI
Presentation at the Association of PAs in OBGYN Conference on women’s health in Puerto Rico, in collaboration with PALH.

June 2023
Graduation of the first PA / Asociado Médico cohort from Puerto Rico, marking a historic milestone.

May 2023 | Nashville, TN
AAPA Conference & House of Delegates representation, including an AAMPR student dinner and meetup.

April 2023
Yale / PAs for Global Health presentation showcasing AAMPR’s history and advocacy efforts.

March 2023
Completion and translation of the draft PA Practice Act for Puerto Rico.

February 2023
-First AAMPR presence at the PAs for Global Health Conference in Dallas, TX.
-Featured on The PA-C Is In Podcast (Episode 174) discussing Ley 71 and the legal climate for PAs in Puerto Rico.

October 2022
Featured on the JAAPA Podcast (October Bonus Episode), highlighting the history of PAs in Puerto Rico and honoring pioneering Asociados Médicos.

September 2022
Publication in JAAPA:
“PAs in Puerto Rico: How Asociados Médicos Are Persevering Through Restrictive Practice Laws.”

August 2022 | Puerto Rico
Partners in Healthcare for Puerto Rico Summit — the first collaborative conference bringing together PAs, physicians, community health workers, and researchers.

May 2022 | Indianapolis, IN
First-ever Puerto Rico representation in the AAPA House of Delegates.

2021 — Establishment of La Academia de Asociados Médicos de Puerto Rico (AAMPR) as an official AAPA constituent organization, formalizing advocacy, governance, and national representation for Physician Associates in Puerto Rico.

Before its formal establishment as La Academia de Asociados Médicos de Puerto Rico (AAMPR) in 2021, advocacy for Physician Associates in Puerto Rico was led through PAs for Puerto Rico, a Special Interest Group within AAPA. Dedicated clinicians, educators, and advocates volunteered countless hours to raise awareness, engage national partners, and initiate early lobbying efforts to advance PA recognition on the island. Their foundational work made the creation of AAMPR—and the progress that followed—possible.

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