POCN Celebrates 10 Years of America’s Top NPs, Recognizing Nurse Practitioners Advancing Patient Care and the Profession Fifteen of America’s Top NPs honored during National NP Week for their impact on patients, peers and communities nationwide November 9, 2026 –  POCN, a trusted resource for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Associates (PAs) across specialties, today announced its America’s Top NPs of 2026, recognizing 15 outstanding clinicians who are advancing patient care and shaping the future of the NP profession. Announced… Read More

POCN Celebrates 10 Years of America’s Top PAs, Recognizing Physician Associates Advancing Patient Care and the Profession Fifteen of America’s Top PAs honored during National PA Week for their impact on patients, peers and communities nationwide October 6, 2026 – From the first patient interaction through diagnosis, treatment and disease management, Physician Associates (PAs) are shaping how care is delivered every day. During National PA Week, POCN is spotlighting 15 of the leading clinicians behind that impact, announcing its America’s… Read More

2025 America’s Top Nurse Practitioners Honored for Leadership, Innovation, and Patient Care Excellence To celebrate National Nurse Practitioner (NP) Week, POCN’s annual award program recognizes the growing impact of NPs in delivering high-quality care, advancing health equity, and supporting peers nationwide. In celebration of National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9–15), POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and physician associate (PA) network in the U.S., proudly announces the winners of its 2025 America’s Top NP Awards. This annual program recognizes NPs… Read More

POCN Announces 2025 America’s Top Physician Associates to Celebrate National PA Week Annual award program recognizes the physician associates driving excellence, innovation, and leadership in patient care across the U.S. BOONTON, N.J. – October 9, 2025 – Physician Associates (PAs) are integral to the healthcare landscape, delivering high-quality care and overseeing nearly 600 million patient interactions each year, according to the AAPA. Their contributions extend beyond traditional roles, encompassing leadership, innovation, and advocacy within the medical community. POCN, a trusted… Read More

POCN Announces America’s Top PA 2025 Award Nominations Now Open to Honor Outstanding Physician Associates  In coordination with the 2025 AAPA National Conference, the awards recognize Physician Associates who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in the profession. BOONTON, N.J. – May 16, 2025 – POCN, the largest network of Physician Associates (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs), is honoring PAs making an impact in healthcare with the launch of the 2025 America’s Top PA (ATPA) Awards. The annual awards recognize exceptional… Read More

POCN Names Health Equity Advocate, Nurse Practitioner Shawana S. Moore, as 2025 Q1 NP/PA Community Advocacy Award Winner Dr. Moore is recognized for her national leadership in the nurse practitioner community and for mentoring young women and people of African heritage pursuing careers in medicine. BOONTON, N.J. – April 17, 2025 – POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and physician associate (PA) network in the United States, has named Shawana S. Moore, PhD, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, PNAP, FAAN as the… Read More

2024 America’s Top Nurse Practitioners Honored for Exceptional Contributions to Patient Care and Professional Leadership POCN’s Annual Award Program Highlights the Vital Role of NPs in Communities Nationwide During National NP Week BOONTON, N.J. – November 12, 2024 – As National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 10-16) unfolds, POCN, the U.S.’s largest network for nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician associates (PAs), proudly announces its 2024 America’s Top NP Awards. These awards celebrate NPs who excel in providing high-quality care, expanding healthcare… Read More

POCN Announces the 2024 America’s Top Physician Associates in Honor of National PA Week BOONTON, N.J. – October 7, 2024 – POCN, the largest network of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Associates/Assistants (PAs) in the United States, is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 America’s Top PA Awards. This annual program recognizes exceptional providers and leaders within the PA profession who demonstrate excellence in patient care, community service, peer education, and advocacy. Now in its 8th year, the… Read More

Registration opens for the 2024 POCN NP/PA Peer Mentoring Program BOONTON, N.J. – December 5, 2023 – POCN, the largest NP and PA network in the U.S. is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for a NP/PA peer mentoring program that will run from April through December, 2024. The POCN mentoring program supports NPs and PAs looking for guidance from peers and leaders in the PA/NP community. In response to demand from the NP/PA community, POCN has… Read More

POCN Announces 2023 America’s Top Nurse Practitioners in Celebration of National NP Week POCN’s annual America’s Top NP Awards recognizes the contributions Nurse Practitioners have on improving clinician education and patient quality care BOONTON, N.J. – November 13, 2023 – According to the AAPA, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) provide an extremely high level of patient satisfaction and can lower health care costs. Yet, despite their effectiveness in providing high-quality care, NPs still do not receive the same level of recognition and opportunities… Read More

POCN Announces 2023 America’s Top Physician Associates to Celebrate National PA Week POCN’s annual America’s Top PA Awards recognizes the impact physician associates have on their patients and their quality of care BOONTON, N.J. – October 9, 2023 – According to a 2023 Harris Poll, 88% of U.S. adults say physician associates (PAs) improve the quality of healthcare. With PAs making such a notable difference in their patients’ care, POCN, the largest PA and nurse practitioner (NP) network in the… Read More

POCN Launches Atopic Dermatitis Center of Excellence, A Comprehensive Resource for NPs and PAs to Improve Peer Education  The POCN Atopic Dermatitis Center of Excellence is the only resource of its kind that is curated by experts to help other NPs and PAs increase their knowledge and improve patient care.  BOONTON, N.J. – August 29, 2023 – POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and physician associate (PA) network in the United States, announces the launch of its Atopic Dermatitis Center… Read More

POCN Recognizes Dr. Lisa Kiser with the 2023 Q2 Community Advocacy Award for Outstanding Healthcare Impact and Advocacy  Esteemed award honors Dr. Kiser’s commitment to health equality and empowerment of underrepresented communities. BOONTON, N.J. – July 18, 2023 – POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and physician associate (PA) network in the U.S., proudly announces Lisa Kiser DNP, CNM, WHNP, FACNM as the recipient of the 2023 Q2 Community Advocacy Award. This esteemed quarterly recognition aims to honor and uplift… Read More

POCN Names Physician Associate Folusho Ogunfiditimi as 2023 Q1 NP/PA Community Advocacy Award Winner Ogunfiditimi is recognized for his national leadership in the physician associate (PA) community and ongoing support for young people of African heritage to pursue careers as a PA. PARSIPPANY, N.J. – April 4, 2023 – POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and PA network in the United States, has named Folusho Ogunfiditimi, DM, MPH, PA-C, as the 2023 Q1 NP/PA Community Advocacy Award winner. This quarterly… Read More

POCN Awards Nurse Practitioner and Mobile Clinic Founder as 2022 Q4 NP/PA Community Advocacy Award Winner  Jordana Latozas RN, MSN, ACNP, was selected for her dedication to providing access to healthcare and addiction services to her patients and underserved populations across southeastern Michigan.  PARSIPPANY, N.J. – January 24, 2023 – POCN, the largest nurse practitioner (NP) and physician associate (PA) network in the U.S., has named Jordana Latozas RN, MSN, ACNP, as its 2022 Q4 NP/PA Community Advocacy Award winner.… Read More