.   |
| Membership
|
| Annual Meetings
|
| Employment Opportunities
|
| Certification
|
| Directory
|
| Online CME
|
| Resource Library
|
| Testimonials
|
| Board and Staff
|
| News
|
| Related Meetings
|
| Links
|
|
Last modified on |
|
ABOUT ORTHOPAEDIC PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANTS (OPAs) What is an "OPA-C"? | Read ASOPA's White Paper on this topic This article provides a brief definition of the OPA-C, with a lengthy discussion of the OPA-C's functions and duties as a physician extender. The History of the OPA-C Read about the history of orthopaedic physician's assistants, which began during the Vietnam War. The Differences Between OPA-Cs and PA-Cs This article provides an explanation of the clear distinctions between orthopaedic physician's assistants and physician's assistants. OPA-C Credentialing Application/Information This packet of information includes: the Credentialing Application for an OPA-C, Information Sheet for Requested Privileges, Guidelines and Standards of Practice for OPA-C's and Verification Sources. |