Listen to our latest podcast where Erin Monahan, Dermatology PA, shares tips on Sun Safety!

Bios:

Host: Hayden Middleton, DMSc, PA-C is a family medicine PA and clinical researcher at M Health Fairview in St. Paul, Minnesota. He holds a Doctor of Medical Science Degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah and completed PA School at Bethel University in St. Paul. Hayden has a special interest in dermatology and dermoscopy both in clinical practice and research. He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles and posters and has presented at National, State, and Local Conferences. He is also a 2023-2024 AAPA-PAEA Research Fellow. He currently serves on the MAPA board, as President-Elect and the MAPA Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee Chair.

Panelist: Erin Monahan DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-Derm practices with Essentia Health Dermatology in Duluth, MN and Superior, WI. She is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, FL. She started her career in Family Medicine then transitioned into Dermatology in 2016. Erin is a diplomate fellow of the Society of Dermatology PAs (SDPA), an AAPA Recognized Clinical Preceptor, and was Essentia Health’s East Market APP of the Year in 2023.

During this discussion we discuss caring for the LGBTQIA+ community and Jacob Ginter's role as a PA in the Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health

Host: Hayden Middleton, DMSc, PA-C (Family Medicine PA at M Health Fairview)

Panelist: Jacob Ginther, PA-C

My first job out of PA school after graduating Augsburg University was in St. Cloud where I provided primary care for the LGBTQIA+ community providing gender care, primary care, and urgent care. My interest has always been psychiatry which led to me to my current role at ISGH. I believe mental health plays an integral role in every aspect of life and patients are at the center of my care. I am honored to serve my community and I strive to better one’s health. When I am not in the office I love all things outdoors and trying new food in the cities.

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an incredibly helpful tool that many PAs utilize to help guide the management of acutely ill or injured patients.

Take a listen to hear two ultrasound evangelists, Thomas Pahl, PA-C and Peter Lindbloom, PA-C, share about the benefits of POCUS for both patients and PAs as well as examples of how POCUS has been helpful in their practices.

You will also learn about The Minnesota Point-Of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Project, which offers free ultrasound training to eligible providers through a grant offered by The Helmsley Charitable Trust. This allows Minnesota PAs to be trained in POCUS for free to better care for their patients. You can learn more information or register online here: portal.hqmeded.com

Guest: Thomas Pahl, PA-C, CAQ-EM

Tom is an Emergency Medicine PA in the Glacial Ridge Health System. He is a skilled clinician with expertise in point-of-care ultrasound, resuscitation, and various emergency procedures. Tom is Co-Clinical Director of the Helmsley Project, a published author in ultrasound texts, teaches ultrasound courses, and is the vice-chair of the MN State Trauma Advisory Council. He is an active educator in local PA programs, and he precepts many students in their clinical rotations.

Guest: Peter Lindbloom, MPAS, PA-C, RDMS, FCCM

Peter is a graduate of the inaugural physician assistant class at Augsburg College and has been in practice for the past 26 years. He has experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, administration and currently practices at North Memorial Health—Robbinsdale Hospital in trauma and surgical critical care. He has been using POCUS in his practice for over 18 years.

Host: Katarina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C
Katarina is a telepsychiatry PA with Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness. She is a Director-At-Large for MAPA and serves on the Social Media and Marketing Committee.