Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies Tracey Thurnes will begin a three-year term as director at large on the PAEA Board of Directors in 2025.
The Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) recently announced that Tracey Thurnes, associate professor of physician assistant studies and director of the accelerated pathways program, will join its Board of Directors as director at large for a three-year term beginning in 2025. This appointment highlights Thurnes’ extensive contributions to PA education and leadership within the profession.
Thurnes was honored with the prestigious PAEA Leadership Development Award in 2024, recognizing her exceptional commitment to fostering leadership and innovation in PA education. A long-time advocate for excellence in assessment, she has volunteered with PAEA’s End of Rotation™ and End of Curriculum™ exam development boards since 2013. These roles have involved shaping high-quality assessments that serve as critical benchmarks for PA students nationwide.
As the only national organization representing PA educational programs, PAEA supports over 300 member programs through resources like assessment tools, advocacy efforts, and professional development. Its Board of Directors is integral to advancing the organization’s mission, and Thurnes’ proven expertise will help guide strategic initiatives addressing diversity, equity and healthcare workforce challenges.
For more details about PAEA’s mission and the work of its Board of Directors, visit PAEA’s official website.