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The AAPA is the premier professional association for pathologists' assistants and is the primary prov

The AAPA is the premiere professional association for pathologists' assistants and is the primary provider and repository of continuing education credits for pathologists' assistants.

07/31/2026

Two New Advanced Pathology Courses Now Available!

Expand your expertise with the latest additions to CE Your Way:
• A Case of Wilms' Tumor in an Adult
• Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma of the Kidney: A Unique Case Study

Earn 1 Advanced Pathology CE credit for each course — on your schedule, at your pace.

Start learning today: aapa.maplelms.com

07/29/2026

Step into the future of pathology at the AAPA 2026 Annual Conference in Phoenix!

Join Syed T. Hoda, MD, of NYU Langone Health on September 14 for featured General Pathology keynote sessions exploring the rapid transformation of digital surgical pathology and the complexities of benign bone pathology.

Gain expert insight, expand your knowledge, and connect with pathologists’ assistants from across North America.

Register now and secure your spot in Phoenix
https://bit.ly/4vhSXEk

07/15/2026

Saddle up, we're going to San Antonio! Save the date for the 2027 AAPA Spring Meeting, hosted at the Embassy Suites San Antonio Riverwalk. Stay tuned for details. 🤠

07/08/2026

Registration is now open for the AAPA 51st Annual Conference! Join pathologists' assistants, educators, students, and leaders from across the profession for an inspiring week of education, hands-on learning, networking, and collaboration.

This year's theme, Here Comes the Sun: Illuminating the Future of Pathology, celebrates innovation, professional growth, and the bright future of our field. Whether you're looking to earn continuing education, connect with colleagues, or discover the latest advancements in pathology, this is the meeting you won't want to miss.

🌵 Phoenix, Arizona
📍 Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

💰 Register early to take advantage of discounted rates and reserve your spot today!

Register now: https://bit.ly/4vhSXEk

06/25/2026

📅 Save the Date: 2026 AAPA Fall Conference ‎

Join AAPA September 13–17, 2026, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, ‎for the 51st Annual Conference.‎

Connect with colleagues from across the profession, expand your knowledge through ‎valuable educational sessions, and earn the P.A.C.E.® credits needed to maintain your ‎ASCP BOC certification.‎

Stay tuned for registration details and additional conference information. We look forward ‎to seeing you in Phoenix!‎

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06/03/2026

Calling All Aspiring Authors!‎

The AAPA Grossing Guidelines Committee is seeking contributors for the 4th Edition of the ‎AAPA Macroscopic Examination Guidelines: Utilization of the CAP Cancer Protocols at the ‎Surgical Bench.‎

We are currently seeking Section Authors with expertise in Skin, Gynecologic, and ‎Hematologic pathology, along with Subsection Authors for multiple protocols including ‎Skin, GI, GYN, Head & Neck, and Endocrine. ‎

The committee is also recruiting Molecular Authors with experience in specimen ‎management and molecular testing.‎

To learn more, contact Connie Thorpe at [email protected]

05/28/2026

Final reminder! The 2026 AAPA Membership & Salary Survey closes this Friday, May 29. Your feedback is incredibly important in helping shape the future of the profession and provide valuable insights for the AAPA community. Complete your survey before the deadline!

05/26/2026

📸✨ Have you captured a truly remarkable specimen? Now’s your chance to showcase it with the AAPA 2026 Annual Photo Contest!

From striking cancer cases to unique benign findings, creative alternative images, and X-ray submissions sponsored by KUBTEC, we want to see the incredible work happening in pathology labs across the profession.

🏆 Winning entries will be shared with the AAPA community and winners will receive either:
• One year of free membership
OR
• The equivalent value in “AAPA Bucks”

🗓️ Submission Deadline: July 15, 2026
👥 Open to all Fellow, Associate, and Student members

Categories Include:
🔬 Cancer Case Photo
🧪 Benign Case Photo
🎨 Alternative Photo
🩻 X-ray Image Contest Sponsored by KUBTEC

Showcase your expertise, creativity, and eye for pathology excellence. Submit your best shot today: https://bit.ly/3S8gTcu

05/13/2026

Ready to share your expertise with the AAPA community?

Join us for the next CE Your Way Lunch + Learn:
Authoring for The Cutting Edge – Part I: Getting Started

This session will walk attendees through the fundamentals of writing for The Cutting Edge, including how to get started, develop ideas, and contribute valuable content to the profession.

📅 June 2, 2026
🕧 12:30 PM ET

Presented by:
Aryn McClain, MS PA(ASCP)CM
AAPA Peer Review Subcommittee Chair

Whether you’ve considered writing before or are looking for guidance on where to begin, this webinar is a great opportunity to learn more about the publication process and how your voice can make an impact. Register here: https://bit.ly/4uD6ypS

04/28/2026

New Course Now Available: AI in Anatomic Pathology

• Explore how AI is shaping the future of pathology practice
• Compare its impact across pathologists, Pathologists’ Assistants, and histotechnologists
• Understand how deep learning and computer vision apply to lab workflows

Earn 1 General Pathology CE credit on your schedule, at your pace.

Start learning today: aapa.maplelms.com

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