Physician assistants, also known as PAs, practice medicine under the direction of physicians and surgeons. They are formally trained to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide ...

Cedarville University’s physician assistant program, which was recently granted provisional accreditation status, will provide integrated education starting with its first course in May. PAs are ...

In most of the United States, P.A.s are still legally required to work with oversight from a doctor. But just how closely a P.A. works with a physician depends heavily on the medical specialty, state ...

MERIDIAN, Miss.—Mississippi State University-Meridian’s Master of Physician Assistant Studies program seated its sixth cohort ...

This lecture course explores through lecture and discussion the factors affecting the development of the profession and role socialization with emphasis on policies, regulations and organizations ...

The position of physician assistant turns 50 this week. PAs have become a common member of healthcare teams across the nation, and you’ve likely been treated by one. But where did the position come ...

The Physician Assistant Master of Science degree signifies that the holder is prepared for entry into the practice of medicine. It follows that the graduate must have the knowledge, skills and ...

Here is a guide of recommended courses to take in preparation for a physician assistant program. These are just common requirements/recommendations. Course ...

How increased responsibilities and a push to be called “physician associates” are raising tensions with doctors.

The Physician Assistant Education Department's mission is to prepare you to be a physician assistant who is committed to the service of the human person through the skillful, compassionate and ethical ...

Abbie Hecker is a Physician Assistant at the Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) service at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (formerly Seattle Cancer Care Alliance). She is also a Teaching Associate with ...