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Transitioning from didactic to clinical year of PA school can be a whirlwind. At this time, you’ll go from sitting in class all day to working a full 40-hour week. Although there’s a reduction in the number of exams you…
Whether you’re just starting physician assistant school or you’re knuckling through your PA clinical year, surviving PA school can be a tricky chapter of your educational journey. But you don’t have to tackle these challenges alone! If you’re struggling with…
Although each student is different, the PA education and certification process poses similar challenges for all individuals. As a recent graduate, I can attest that the transition to the graduate program and subsequent preparation for the board examination can be…
Congratulations, you’ve landed a PA job interview! It’s exciting, but you may also find yourself wondering what to expect during it. Whether you’re applying for your first PA job out of school, switching PA specialties, or moving locations in your…
How much do physician assistants make? If you’re on the path to becoming a PA-C, there’s a good chance you’ve pondered this question. The short answer is that, according to the AAPA Salary Report, the median salary for a practicing…
The time to take the PANCE is quickly approaching and you may be asking yourself, “What’s on the exam? What should I be doing for PANCE prep? And what aren’t they telling me?” If these questions have been running through…
When it comes time to think about which PA specialties you’d like to pursue, there’s usually a moment where you realize: you can picture yourself in multiple versions of the job, and they all look completely different! One version of…
Are you thinking about becoming a travel physician assistant (PA), but wonder if it’s the right move for you? If so, you’re not alone. It’s normal to have questions about this rewarding (yet challenging) career path. In this post, we’ll…
PA preceptors play a key role in teaching PA students pertinent on-the-job skills they’ll utilize throughout their career. They’re especially important in our field because the clinical year makes up half of our education and that’s when a lot of…
As a PA, the ability to effectively communicate with patients is not just a desirable skill—it’s an indispensable art that lies at the heart of providing quality healthcare. Beyond the mastery of medical knowledge and technical expertise, the art of…
