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The end of Yale’s online physician’s assistant program

But Streeter had always been interested in becoming a physician’s assistant, or PA. During the COVID-19 pandemic, after seeing many of her friends switch jobs, she decided to apply to Yale’s Online PA ... read more

MC’s undergraduate strength provides pathway to PA Program

For students aspiring to become physician assistants, Marietta College offers an unparalleled path to success. The College’s strong undergraduate programs in Health Science, Biology, and Biochemistry ... read more

The College of Idaho Launches First Doctoral Degree: DMSc Program

The College of Idaho is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree program. This program is a historic milestone in the 133 years of the College, as it is ... read more

Physician Assistants: Key Players in Healthcare Teams

In the medical field, the term PA stands for Physician Assistant. “A physician assistant is a licensed medical professional that’s part of a medical care team”, says Washington ... read more

Physician assistants need signed form from doctor to practice. Bill would change that.

The state’s nearly 1,340 physician assistants would no longer have to have signed “collaborative agreement” with a physician for their entire career. read more

Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic launches physician assistant fellowship

Orthopedic Clinic launched a physician assistant-certified fellowship for orthopedics, according to an April 12 news release. read more

Patients under the care of female doctors are less likely to die, new study shows

Both male and female patients are more likely to die or be readmitted under the care of a male doctor, but the risk is even greater for women. read more

$2M going to United Health Centers for physician training, retention

United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley (UHC) announced Monday it has received a $2 million grant from the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) as part of the Son ... read more

Doctor teaches compassion to next generation of physicians

It’s fascinating,” said a surprised Dr. Sari Hart. “I was not looking for an award in my work.” Hart is an emergency medicine physician at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital and assistant ... read more

Survey: Physicians Turning to Locum Tenens to Improve Work Conditions, Relieve Burnout

DALLAS, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Physicians and advanced practice professionals are opting for the flexibility of temporary, “locum tenens” work in order to improve job conditions and ... read more

Physician assistants need signed form from doctor to practice. Bill would change that.

Some of have disputed the similarity in training programs for physician assistants and nurse practitioners, saying while both must have advanced degrees, both are not trained to practice ... read more