Starting your first job as a PA is exciting — but navigating the rules that define your practice can be complex. In this episode of Ready, Set, Practice, we’re joined by Dr. Megan Fulton, System Executive Director of the APP Best Practice Center at MUSC Health. Dr. Fulton breaks down the key factors that influence what PAs can do in clinical practice, from federal and state laws to facility policies and insurance regulations. She’ll also share strategies for self-advocacy and professional growth, ensuring new PAs understand not just their scope of practice, but how to shape it for the future. 

In addition to her executive leadership role, Dr. Fulton is a professor at the MUSC PA program, a primary care clinician, and the Legislative Chair for SCAPA. She’s eager to share valuable insights to help new PAs navigate and thrive in their clinical careers.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Identify the different levels of regulations -- federal, state, and facility -- that impact their scope of practice
• Recognize the importance of taking personal responsibility for understanding and advocating for their role within their healthcare system
• Implement strategies to navigate facility policies, insurance regulations, and administrative barriers
• Develop an action plan for advocating for expanded roles and professional growth within their practice setting

AAPA offers no returns or refunds for online CME activities purchased via the AAPA store. All sales are final.