Welcome to the Blueprint PA blog (formerly Rosh Review), where you’ll find resources from day 1 of PA school through the PANCE and beyond. We’re here for you along every step of the PA journey! 🩺
Congratulations! You’ve received that eagerly awaited invitation to interview for a physician assistant (PA) program and now you’re wondering how to prepare and not just answer their questions, but to ask great questions thoughtfully. Remember—they are interviewing you, but you’re…
Do you love working with kids? Are you the “fun uncle” or “fun aunt” in your family? Do you know all the lyrics to “We Don’t Talk About Bruno?” If you answered yes to any of these questions, a career…
How long does it take to become a physician assistant? If you’re wondering how long your overall PA journey will take, there are a few variables to consider first. The pathway to becoming a PA varies depending on where you…
If you’re anything like us, you most likely signed up for the PANRE-LA hoping for a less stressful process that would result in a passing score. The attractiveness of an exam that’s open book with testing times five-times longer than…
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…
Early mornings. Long days. Back pain from holding a retractor for hours. Your preceptor pimping you on topics you aren’t prepared to answer. No, seriously. I was once pimped on geography after spending hours reviewing the ins and outs of…
According to Google, some of the most common questions people have about physician assistants (PAs) are the following: “Is a physician assistant a doctor?”“Can a physician assistant prescribe medication?” “What are physician assistants not allowed to do?” As someone who has…
When I’m asked what’s on the PANCE blueprint, I’m reminded of a catchphrase my program faculty used when I was in PA school. Any student in our program could recite “reading is fundamental” and know exactly which of our faculty…
If you’re a pre-PA student, it can be a bit overwhelming keeping track of what you need for PA school on top of your other undergraduate requirements! While there can be some variation among PA schools as to what they…
Are you dreaming of becoming a physician assistant (PA), but worried about the hours? Fear not! This comprehensive guide will walk you through different PA schedules, explore how physician assistant hours vary across specialties, and provide tips for achieving that…