Special 50th Events
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of CAPA. To commemorate this milestone, CAPA will host a series of special events throughout the year, including virtual programs and in-person experiences held in conjunction with CAPA conferences statewide. This page serves as a central hub for information on all planned 50th Anniversary events in 2026.
Beyond the Clinic Webinar Series
CAPA is proud to present the Beyond the Clinic webinar series, a multi-part program highlighting career paths for Physician Associates beyond traditional clinical settings. The series includes four fully virtual webinars hosted throughout 2026. All sessions are free to attend and open to CAPA members. Click here to join CAPA!
Beyond the Clinic: Medical Liaison Roles for PAs
The first webinar in the series, Beyond the Clinic: Medical Liaison Roles for PAs, explores the role of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) and how PAs can transition into this field. Join Michelle Lim, an experienced PA with deep knowledge of the Medical Science Liaison landscape, as she provides an in-depth overview of this career path.
In this session, Michelle will briefly review the different roles within the pharmaceutical and device industry that exist. She will discuss the core responsibilities of an MSL, including scientific education, relationship-building with healthcare professionals, and collaboration with cross-functional industry teams. Attendees will gain insight into how PAs leverage their clinical training in non-clinical, strategic roles, the skills required to succeed in medical affairs, and what a typical career trajectory in this space can look like.