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Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
J.D. Michaels
Physician Assistant
Student Society
The J.D. Michaels Physician Assistant Student Society aims to promote the Physician Assistant (PA) profession within the University of Toledo (UT) and throughout the greater Toledo community. Members of this society represent the UT PA program on both the state and national levels. The J.D. Michaels Physician Assistant Student Society is registered as a member of the Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (SAAAPA) and is eligible to participate in the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) National Medical Challenge Bowl, the AAPA Assembly of Representatives (AOR), and the AAPA House of Delegates (HOD) meetings. Members of the J.D. Michaels Physician Assistant Student Society participate in a number of events in the community and on campus, including: National PA Week, The Race for Victory, Hampton on the Trail, and participation in numerous other events.
Upcoming SAAAPA Events:
September 2013:
1st Annual Race for a Cause 5K Run and 3K Walk
- For registration information, please click here.
October 2013:
National Physician Assistant Week - October 6-12!
Past SAAAPA Events:
February 2013:
Patch Ceremony
- Patch Ceremony -The 1st year SAAAPA members will present the UT PA Student Patch to the 2nd year PA students prior to the beginning of their Clinical Year. Congratulations on completing your didactic year, and entering your clinical year!
May 2013:
AAPA National Conference in Washington, DC.
July 2013:
Ohio Medical Challenge Bowl / Student Conference - Cleveland Clinic
August 2013:
Ice Cream Social to welcome the class of 2015!
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2013 SAAPA Officers:
AOR: Kelly Wiseman
Previous Education/Training:
-BS in Biology with minors in Exercise Science and Psychology: The University of Mount Union
-Summer Pediatric Research Scholar at Akron Children’s Hospital NICU
Fun Fact: I love to Autocross cars with my dad. I first started by driving go-karts at 8 years old.
If you could meet a famous or historical person who would it be? John Mayer
President: Stephanie Ranum
Previous Education/Training:
-BS in Dietetics: Point Loma Nazarene University
-Dietetic Internship: VA San Diego Healthcare System
Fun Fact: I was on national TV for a few seconds in an E! documentary
If you could meet a famous or historical person who would it be? Steve Carell
Risk Management: Kim Wisniewski
Previous Education/Training:
-BS in Health Professions with a minor in Aging and Adult Life: Grand Valley State University
-MS in Health Education: The University of Michigan - Flint.
-Certified Nurse Assistant.
Fun Fact: I grew up in a town so small that there was no stoplights and the only fast food within 25 miles is a Subway in the grocery store. The nearest mall is over an hour away!
If you could meet a famous or historical person who would it be? Eric Church. He is an amazing country artist - look him up if you don't know him!
Publicist: Christina Stevens
Previous Education/Training:
-BS in Health Sciences/Health and Wellness with a minor in psychology: The Ohio State University.
-Patient Care Assistant at OSU in the burn unit.
Fun Fact: I've lived in 7 different states and when people ask where I'm from, I don't know how to respond.
If you could meet a famous or historical person who would it be? Kim Clijsters, a famous tennis player.
Treasurer: Jeff Blitz
Previous Education/Training:
-BA Biology: University of Toledo
-MSBS Human Donation Science: University of Toledo.
-Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator at Lifeline Of Ohio.
Fun Fact: I've played drums since the age of 13.
If you could meet a famous or historical person who would it be? Dave Grohl.
Historian: Krystal Holtcamp
Previous Education/Training:
-Bachelor's of Science in Cellular/Molecular Biology: Saint Mary's College of Notre Dame
Fun Fact: I have been shooting archery since the age of 7.
If you could meet a famous person who would it be: Mike Lee, professional light heavyweight boxer, graduate of ND (know him but my plot for marriage has yet to succeed)
Secretary: Allison Church
Previous Education/Training:
-BS in Athletic Training: Wright State University
-Certified Athletic Trainer
Fun Fact: I still have a baby tooth in my mouth that never fell out!
If you could meet a famous person who would it be: Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin
View the SAAAPA Archives:
Faculty Advisor
Natalie Walkup, MPAS-PAC
Assistant Professor
Physician Assistant Studies
