Featured Speaker Announcement: Dr. Alicia Quella, NCCPA

The Utah Academy of Physician Assistants is honored to announce that Dr. Alicia Quella, Director of Communications and PA Relations at the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), will present at the 2026 Red Rock CME Conference.

 

Session Details

"Update from NCCPA: Focus on the PANRE/PANRE-LA"
Thursday, March 26, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Dixie Center, St. George, Utah

About Dr. Alicia Quella

Dr. Quella brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role at NCCPA. Her distinguished career encompasses clinical practice, education, research, and leadership:

• Current Role: Director of Communications and PA Relations, NCCPA
• Clinical Experience: Emergency medicine and primary care
• Academic Leadership: Former PA Program Chair and Director
• Research Contributions: Published researcher in PA workforce trends, global health, and PA educational debt
• Education: Masters of PA Studies and Doctoral degree in Epidemiology, University of Iowa

Session Overview

This comprehensive session will provide Utah PAs with critical updates and guidance directly from NCCPA leadership. Dr. Quella will address the most pressing recertification concerns facing our profession today.

Topics to Be Covered:

• Recertification Pathways: Detailed comparison of PANRE and PANRE-LA options
• 2030 Cohort Updates: Essential information for PAs in this recertification cycle
• Application Process: Important deadlines and assessment selection guidance
• Provider Bridge Program: Complete overview of this new pathway
• CAQ Program: Updates on specialty certifications, including newly available options
• Opportunities: nccPA Health Foundation grants and how PAs can contribute to NCCPA's work

Why Attend This Session

Direct access to NCCPA leadership provides an invaluable opportunity to:

• Receive authoritative answers to recertification questions
• Understand new pathways and programs firsthand
• Plan your certification strategy with confidence
• Connect Utah's PA community with national leadership

About the 2026 Red Rock CME Conference

Dates: March 26-28, 2026
Location: Dixie Center, St. George, Utah
CME Credits: 21 hours (pending AAPA accreditation)
Format: In-person only

The conference features over 20 expert speakers, specialized "Pearls" sessions, and the unique setting of southern Utah's red rock country, just 30 minutes from Zion National Park.

Registration Information

Early Bird Special: Save $50 on registration
Discount Code: SOCIAL2025
Deadline: November 26, 2025

Questions?

For more information about this session or the 2026 Red Rock CME Conference, please contact the Utah Academy of Physician Assistants at utahapa.info@gmail.com.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Quella and all attendees to what promises to be an exceptional educational experience in St. George.