The Naval Association of Physician Assistants (NAPA) is a world-wide organization that represents the interests of all active duty, reserve, and retired Navy PAs. Founded in 1974 as a constituent organization of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), NAPA represents and promotes the interests of Navy PAs. NAPA is devoted to educating the public about the PA profession, seeking legislative and governmental policy changes regarding PAs, and informing those in the profession about national Navy issues. NAPA works to promote the Physician-Physician Assistant team concept, quality cost-effective health care, and the professional and personal growth of Navy PAs.