Meet the New GAPA President -Johnathan Hill, MMSc, PA-C

Dear GAPA Members,

My name is Jonathan Hill, and I have the honor of serving as President of the Georgia Academy of Physician Associates. Thank you for your interest in GAPA and for your support of the PA profession in Georgia.

I have been a practicing PA for over five years, with experience in PA education, emergency medicine, urgent care, and critical care. Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand the incredible impact PAs have on improving patient care and expanding access to healthcare across our communities. Our overall goal at GAPA is to continue increasing access to high-quality healthcare for all Georgians while working to make Georgia the best state to practice as a PA.

This is an important time for our profession, and it is more important than ever that we come together as healthcare professionals to advocate for the issues that impact our patients, our profession, and the future of healthcare in our state. Through advocacy, education, leadership, and collaboration, GAPA continues to work to ensure that PAs across Georgia have a strong voice and meaningful representation.

None of this work would be possible without the dedication and support of our members. By supporting GAPA, you help strengthen our ability to advocate for the profession, educate future PAs, support current PA students, and continue building a strong professional community throughout Georgia. As a member, you join a network of passionate Georgia PAs who are committed to advancing our profession and supporting one another.

I also want to extend my sincere gratitude to our volunteer Board members, committee chairs and committee members, House of Delegates representatives, student leaders, and countless other volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to helping GAPA grow and succeed. Their leadership and service are the foundation of our organization and play a vital role in the work we accomplish each year.

Whether you are a student, a new graduate, or an experienced PA, there is a place for you within GAPA. I encourage you to stay involved, remain engaged, and continue advocating for our profession and the patients we serve. If you are not yet a member, I hope you will consider joining and encouraging your colleagues to do the same.

Together, we can continue building a stronger future for PAs and improving healthcare access for communities across Georgia.

Thank you for all that you do for your patients, your communities, and our profession.

Sincerely,
Jonathan Hill, MMSc, PA-C President, Georgia Academy of Physician Associates