NPs and PAs work hard to provide high-quality care to patients every single day at hospitals, private practices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities across the country.
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NPs and PAs work hard to provide high-quality care to patients every single day at hospitals, private practices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities across the country.
The Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) title reflects significant effort and dedication. Achieving this credential is just the start; PA-Cs must continue their education and stay updated on industry standards. While they are not doctors, they are well-compensated for their commitment to understanding patient needs.
There are any number of reasons a patient may make the request to see a doctor instead of a PA, and it’s ultimately up to you to determine if you want to engage with the conversation further. Here are some of the strategies and talking points we’ve found to be effective.
Physician assistants (PAs) are an integral part of the healthcare system, providing many of the same services as physicians.
Working in an urgent care clinic after graduation enables you to get an amazing clinical education that prepares you for a wide variety of scenarios down the road.
US News ranked physician assistants as the #2 Best Healthcare Job in their 2024 rankings, and as #5 in their 100 Best Jobs. This ranking was partially informed by Bureau of Labor Statistics projections that the PA profession will experience a 27% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032, which […]
What’s the difference between Barton Associates and MSPs? Here’s the pros of working with us and what separates us from the competition.
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In recent years, the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) has encouraged the discontinuation of using “mid-level provider” to describe physician assistants/associates (PAs), arguing that the term is antiquated and offensive.
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