The American Academy of PAs, Alexandria, Va. recently announced its annual awards to physician assistants and PA students who have distinguished themselves in service to their patients and their communities, and who have been dedicated advocates for the PA profession.

Ho’onani (Nani) Cuadrado, MSPAS, PA-C, of Orefield, was named one of the 2021 Individual Excellence Award recipients. Cuadrado received the PA of the Year Award.

This award honors a PA who, within the course of a one-year period, demonstrates exemplary service to the community; exemplifies the PA profession’s philosophy of providing accessible, quality health care to all; and furthers the image of the profession in a positive, meaningful way.

AAPA is the national membership organization for all PAs.

PAs are medical professionals who diagnose illness, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and often serve as a patient’s principal health care provider.

Learn more about the profession at aapa.org.