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Samantha Nov 09, 2022 120 views

What does the day in the life of a physician assistant consist of? How rigorous were the classes in college for this program?

I am a senior in high school and am applying to the pre-physician assistant program at a couple of colleges. I am very interested in science and would love to know more about this major.

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Athena Mar 25, 2022 245 views

if you're a physician assistant in CA, can you please answer some questions?

I'm super interested in this career. here are just a few questions I have about it: 1. is there many job opportunities? or is it hard to find a job? 2. how is work-life balance? 3. are you happy with your job? 4. what are some of the 'best/worst' specialities, according to what you've heard or...

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Athena Mar 25, 2022 453 views

Do you like being a physician assistant? What are the pros and cons?

I'm currently a high school senior. College decisions are coming out right now, but most likely I'm going to UC Davis in the fall :)

I want to be in the medical field. I'm curious about what this job is like.

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Griffin Sep 10, 2021 449 views

What kind of grades do I need to have in order to get into become a Physician's Assistant?

#Physician-Assistant #PA #Medicine #physician #medical #healthcare #doctor

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Selvapriya Jul 04, 2021 291 views

Can I study Physician Assistant after I have graduated in biochemistry (B.Sc)? istry

I am studying undergraduate degree in biochemistry ,currently in third year. I want to become a physician assistant. I wish to study physician assistant program after I've completed my B.SC degree. What are the steps to become a #physician-assistant ?

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Ellie Sep 27, 2020 483 views

Should I apply to PA school or medical school?

I'm a senior in college now, and I'm just finishing up my pre-med courses. After I graduate, I am planning on taking a gap year. If I want to go to medical school after the gap year, I should plan on taking the MCAT in the coming months and apply in May. I don't know why, but I'm having such a...

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Rashin Jul 14, 2020 356 views

How can a college student gain experience in the medical field?

I'm a rising junior at Saint Mary's College and my major is Allied Health Science. Hopefully after receiving my degree, I'd like to become a physician assistant one day, but to do that, I really need experience in the active medical field so currently I have no clue how to get started....

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Diego May 09, 2019 389 views

what will i need to study to become a physician assistant

#physician-assistant

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Ashley Mar 15, 2019 387 views

How many years does it take to become a CMA

#Clinical Medical Assistant #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #physician-assistant -assistant

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Ashley Mar 15, 2019 483 views

What is day to day work like?

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Katie Mar 13, 2019 453 views

What is a day in the life of a Physician Assistant?

#physician-assistant #graduate-school

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Jossie Nov 16, 2018 564 views

What criteria did you need to become a physician's assistant?

I am trying to plan my career as a physician's assistant and need guidance on now and where to start.
#physician #medicine #physician-assistant

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isabel Jul 09, 2018 700 views

Is it worth the time and money to become a Medical Doctor?

I was very set on going to medical school and becoming a doctor this time last year; however, the doctors I have asked have said that they would pursue Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant instead if they were to choose their career over again. What do y'all think? Thanks! #doctor #nurse...

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Gabriella Apr 26, 2018 627 views

What is the best way to break the news of the death of a family member to their family?

I am intending on becoming a physicians assistant and I recognize that I may be put in this situation at some point. I would like some tips for this hard topic. #medicine #working-with-children #death #physician-assistant #students-interested-in-career-as-physician-assistants #medical-practice...

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Gabriella Apr 26, 2018 956 views

What is the best way to cope with potential deaths of medical patients?

I am going to be a physician's assistant and I plan to work in pediatrics. I want to know coping methods people in the medical profession have to cope with deaths of patients. #medicine #physician-assistant #students-interested-in-career-as-physician-assistants #death #copingmethods #patients...

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Olivia Apr 25, 2018 654 views

What colleges have good PA programs?

I'm interested in becoming one and am hoping to become one. I don't know where I'd like to go to college so i'm hoping this will help. #physician-assistant #students-interested-in-career-as-physician-assistants #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care

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Shannon Apr 04, 2018 617 views

I would like to work with children, would being a PA or psychologist allow me to work with kids?

#working-with-children #psychology #physician-assistant

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Olivia Apr 04, 2018 792 views

What are requirements I need to meet in order to become a Physician Assistant?

In school a P.A. came in and discussed his job. It really interested me and I want to know more about the job. #physician-assistant #students-interested-in-career-as-physician-assistants

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Olivia Apr 04, 2018 482 views

How do I choose my future career?

I have four possible career interests and I don't know how to decide. I would love to be a Physician Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Pediatric Nurse, or Special Education Teacher. I can't decide because they all seem great. #pediatric-nursing #physician-assistant #early-childhood-education...

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Allie Apr 04, 2018 507 views

If you are a PA why wouldnt you just become a doctor?

#medical-education #physician-assistant #doctor

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Jasminne Mar 19, 2018 1627 views

If I want to become a physician assistant, should I major in biochemistry or biology?

I would like to attend a graduate school with enough experience so that i can become a PA.

#medicine #physician-assistant #hospital-and-health-care

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Mireia Feb 03, 2018 586 views

What does a day in the life of a Physician's Assistant look like?

#medicine #physician-assistant #physician #career #career-counseling #stem #women-in-stem #career-choice #college #college-major #college-advice #career-development #career-path #career-paths #jobs #careers #doctor #science #biology #chemistry -practice -education

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Thi Jan 21, 2018 607 views

What does a physician assistant do?

I recently spoke to a physician assistant student and she told me physician assistants are essentially doctors without the title, the salary, and surgery. I want to know more about physician assistants and what they actually do in the workforce.

#Medicine #physician-assistant

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Ashley Jan 16, 2018 1452 views

What are the best P.A. schools on the west coast?

Looking for 1-2 year programs with College Algebra as highest math requirement.

#medical-education #physician-assistant #graduate-school #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care

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Ashley Jan 16, 2018 622 views

What would be the best curriculum for undergrad to apply for any top P.A. program?

Currently enrolled in college to start all undergrad work towards becoming a P.A.

#medicine #pediatrics #physician-assistant #oncology

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Angela Jan 12, 2018 446 views

Is it difficult to "make-it" in rural medicine as a PA-C?

I am interested in becoming a women's health or family practice PA-C in a rural clinic. Was is difficult to find a job and was the community welcoming?

#medicine #physician-assistant #ruralmedicine #womens-health #family-medicine

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Angela Jan 12, 2018 593 views

Do you experience bias in patient perception of MD vs PA-C?

I am currently in school completing my pre-reqs in order to apply to physician assistant school. Over the last few years, I have heard a number of people say they would rather see a MD than a PA-C as they feel an MD has more experience, expertise and knowledge in the field of medicine. Do you...

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Deandra Oct 30, 2017 989 views

Physician assistant specializing in OB or Nursing-midwife ?

I am having trouble choosing between becoming a PA in OB or a midwife. I originally wanted to go to medical school but decided that i didn't want to go to school for long after undergrad. So my dream is to be able to deliver babies or at least assist in the deliver. so i just want some more...

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joceyn Sep 29, 2017 637 views

If my goal is to be a physician assistant what major should i take?

i need a guide to my future path and am confused on what to do. #help! #physician-assistant #college-major #career-path

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Uriah Sep 01, 2017 818 views

Can I Get Some Info About Education Beyond A Bachelor's?

I really want to be a nurse or PA in a specialized field (Hematology), but I can't find a lot of helpful information from Google when I'm looking at education that goes beyond a Bahelor's degree. I need more information, preferably from a Hematologist or Hematology nurse, caseworker, etc....