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 ...

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

Close up of provider writing medical data of hospitalized patient while visiting him at intensive care unit. The nurse practitioner will see you now. It’s not the phrase most people are accustomed to ...

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 ...

In five years of writing for various audiences, Uche has learned to simplify career-focused content for ambitious learners regardless of their qualifications. Her work is published in notable ...

There's already a shortage of primary care physicians in the country. Now with health care reform, the demand will grow even greater. More doctors are turning to physician assistants to handle many of ...

Physician assistants are among the most in-demand professionals in healthcare, and the pay is lucrative. Find out what it takes to be a PA and how much they earn. When you’re visiting your primary ...

Physician assistants in Oregon will soon be able to rebrand under new rules officially changing their titles to “physician associates.” Physician assistants in Oregon will soon be able to rebrand ...

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 ...

Physician assistants (PA) practice medicine on healthcare teams with physicians and other providers. PAs are trained to obtain medical histories, perform examinations, order treatments, diagnose ...

What is Physician Assistant Program Application Assistance Program? The Physician Assistant Program Application Assistance Program at CLU is a free service to assist CLU students and alumni with the ...

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 ...