Rep. Kevin Koester of Ankeny Earns Legislative Award

Iowa State Representative Kevin Koester (R- Ankeny) was recently recognized as an outstanding legislator by the Iowa Physician Assistant (PA) Society at their Fall Conference in Coralville, Iowa. 

“Representative Koester has become a leader in improving access to quality health care,” said Laura Delaney, President of the Iowa PA Society.  Laura is a PA and assistant professor who teaches at Des Moines University and practices at the Bilgi Children’s Clinic in Ankeny.    “Representative Koester is a legislative leader who recognizes a problem, consults with constituents, and then acts to make a difference.  That is how he led the way to passage of legislation that improves access to medical care by encouraging physician – PA team practice, especially in small towns.” 

“I am honored to receive this award,” said Rep. Koester.  “I will continue to listen to my constituents and work hard to serve the best interests of Iowans.”

Representative Koester represents Ankeny in the Iowa House.  Currently, he serves on the House Human Resources Committee, State Government Committee, and Education Committee.  Also, he chairs the Ethics Committee.

Founded in 1974 as a constituent chapter of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Iowa PA Society’s purpose is to help PAs and their physician partners provide accessible and affordable quality care for patients. Through the society, PAs work together to support legislative and regulatory changes that improve patient care. PAs are trained to diagnose and treat common medical problems, assist in surgery, prescribe medications and work as a team with their physicians. The Iowa PA Society represents 1000 licensed PAs in Iowa.