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Podcast Description Canada and the United States have two very different healthcare systems—but physician assistants are playing an increasingly important role in both. In this episode of PA Playbook , we sit down with...
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The PA Playbook
Hosted by Eileen Ravella & Troy Bender · health · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Practical Advice for Physician Associates. We discuss smart strategies for PA practice, legislative updates, leadership and advocacy and making the most of your career.
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What is The PA Playbook about?
Practical Advice for Physician Associates. We discuss smart strategies for PA practice, legislative updates, leadership and advocacy and making the most of your career.
Who hosts The PA Playbook?
The PA Playbook is hosted by Eileen Ravella & Troy Bender. The show has published 51 episodes to date.
What has The PA Playbook covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Canadian PAs vs. American PAs: Two Systems, One Profession" (10 October 2026, 62 minutes), "No Preceptor, No Progress: Solving the NP Clinical Training Crisis" (2 October 2026, 59 minutes), and "Finding Strength: Breast Cancer, Motherhood & the Journey Through PA Doctoral Program" (1 October 2026, 70 minutes).
How often does The PA Playbook publish?
The PA Playbook publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 51 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The PA Playbook?
Booking probability for The PA Playbook is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The PA Playbook requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The PA Playbook's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The PA Playbook are Health & Wellness Services. The PA Playbook has a health audience.
About the host
Eileen Ravella & Troy Bender hosts The PA Playbook, a health podcast with 51 episodes published.
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Ed Lopez
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Eric Holden
physician associate, The Goblin's Corner
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Dr David Mittman
American Academy of Physician Associates
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Justin Hooks
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