Logan University has applied for Accreditation-Provisional from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)—the accrediting body for PA programs in the United ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

College students with an interest in medicine and who excel in biochemistry often see one path open to them: medical school. But pursuing an M.D. or a D.O. typically requires seven or more years of ...

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

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 ...

Franklin College’s Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program recognized the 2027 cohort during the annual White Coat Ceremony held in December in the Clarence E. and Inez R. Custer ...

Physician Assistants (PAs) are health professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. Many are primary providers, but specialties are possible. Training occurs in hospitals, ...