What’s the PANCE Exam Passing Score?
I don’t know about you, but I didn’t expect a spike of anxiety AFTER I graduated from PA school. I remember all the questions that came to mind: “Am I ready for the PANCE?” “Were these past two years enough…
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How to Rock Your PA School Pediatrics Rotation
From the time I started PA school, I always had a feeling that I would work in pediatrics post-graduation. And as fate would have it, that was my first rotation! For me, starting with pediatrics felt like both a blessing…
PANRE vs PANRE-LA: Which Exam Should You Take?
If you are a PA due to recertify in 2030, you now have multiple options for completing your NCCPA recertification. Previously, we only had one option for PA recertification: the high-stakes PANRE recertification exam, taken every 9-10 years. Now, we…
How Many Times Can You Take the PANCE?
When you sign up to take the PANCE, of course the goal is to pass it on the first try! Still, if you’re anything like me and your nerves are high leading up to your exam, you may find yourself…
Physician Assistant vs Nurse Practitioner: Which Path is Right for You?
While you’ve undoubtedly spent time researching the differences between being a physician assistant and an MD or DO, a commonly overlooked comparison is that of physician assistant vs nurse practitioner. Both are categorized as advanced practitioners, have similar timelines to…
The PA Student Survival Guide to Patient Case Presentations
One of the most important skills to learn during PA clinical rotations is how to present patients efficiently and confidently. This can be difficult, because it’s not like anything you’ve done to this point! In didactic year, you spend so…
What Counts as Patient Care Hours for PA School?
Are you thinking of applying to PA school in the future? This is a big undertaking, and it can be confusing if you don’t know where to start! In this post, we’re going to talk about some of the things…
How to Rock Your PA School OB/GYN Rotation
Your OB/GYN rotation is one of the most hands-on, emotionally impactful, and fast-paced experiences you’ll have during PA school. Whether you’re assisting in a clinic, jumping into surgeries, or witnessing the incredible moment a new life enters the world, this…
Top PANCE FAQs: Everything You Need to Know for Exam Day
Taking the PANCE is the culmination of your PA school journey. Everything you learned comes down to passing this one test before you can FINALLY put your knowledge to work. The odds of you passing the boards are high, especially…
PA School Application Timeline: The Ultimate Guide
So, you’ve decided PA school is the right place for you to be. That’s great news! But I bet you’re also wondering about the PA school application timeline. For instance, you may have questions like, “When do you apply to…