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School of Physician Assistant Studies Alumni Community

Connect with your Community

Welcome to the Physician Assistant Studies alumni community page, where you’ll find opportunities to connect with each other and MCPHS. We hope you’ll visit often to see what’s happening, including our annual get-together at the AAPA Conference.

Two alumni smaling at the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) conference.
Alumni Events

AAPA Alumni Reception

Our annual alumni reception at the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) conference is a great time to catch up with classmates and reconnect with faculty. Take a look at last year’s fun in Denver in our Flickr album, and join us in New Orleans in May 2026!

Physicians Assistant students hanging out in the library area on the Manchester campus and working in the PA lab.
Community

Volunteer with MCPHS

We hope you’ll stay engaged with MCPHS long after graduation. Maybe you’re willing to lend advice to a student, hire into your practice, or speak on a guest panel. Whatever your interest, please consider giving back to the next generation of PA grads.

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Alumni Events

Upcoming Events

The MCPHS Alumni Office hosts community, networking, and professional development events year-round for alumni from all schools and campuses. See what’s coming up next!

MCPHS PA Alumni standing in front of MCPHS logo background.
Sunday May 17

AAPA Conference Alumni Reception

Join us along the shores of the Mississippi River for our annual alumni reception at the AAPA Conference. You'll find us on the third floor of the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. Enjoy mingling with fellow MCPHS alumni, complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres, and a chance to win some MCPHS merch.

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“The PAs I know are strong advocates for their patients, especially for those who can’t advocate for themselves. That’s the part of this work that really inspires me.”

Emily Brenman | MPAS '26

News & Features

Catch up with the latest news from the School of Physician Assistant Studies community at MCPHS.

Students practice CPR skills.
Community Engagement

Hands-On with PAs: MCPHS Students Inspire the Next Generation

Students and faculty from the School of Physician Assistant Studies visited schools across Boston to showcase the profession and inspire future healthcare providers.

Emily Brenman
Student Success

Diagnosis on Day One: Inside a PA Student’s Clinical Rotation Expererience

During the final year of her education, physician assistant studies student Emily Brenman is putting her knowledge to the test as she treats patients for the first time.