What does AAPA stand for?

• A. American Academy of Physician Assistants
• B. American Association of Physician Assistants
• C. American Academy for Physician Aid Professionals
• D. Association of American Physician Assistants

Answer: (A)

AAPA stands for American Academy of Physician Assistants. This is the national professional organization for physician assistants in the United States, focusing on education, advocacy, and standards for the profession. The word Academy signals a emphasis on learning and professional development, and the plural “Physician Assistants” is the correct professional designation. The other options mix up words or use forms (like Association or Aid) that do not reflect the official name of the organization, so they aren’t the recognized expansion for the acronym.