PAs in Leadership: How do they get there?
PA leaders are an important part of healthcare systems across the country. However, little is known about the pathways PAs follow towards their leadership roles. In this final brief in…
The Perceived Intersection of Parenting and Physician Assistant Training Among Current Physician Assistant Students
This study sought to explore the perceptions of support for, and impact on, family planning and parenting, including lactation, among PA students (PA-S). This study suggests few PA-S are aware…
PAs in Leadership: Who are they?
PA leaders are an important part of healthcare systems across the country. However, little is known about the demographic characteristics of PAs in leadership roles or how they compare to…
PAs in Leadership: What do they do?
PA leaders are an important part of healthcare systems across the country. However, little is known about the leadership roles PA are performing within their organizations. In this second brief…
PAs and Leadership: Pathways and Compensation
Most PAs are either in leadership or interested in taking on a leadership role. This short infographic illustrates the training, challenges, available resources, and compensation benefits related to following the…
PAs and Leadership: Leadership Roles
40% of PAs work in leadership, but what they do day-to-day varies based on their role. For more information on the demographics of formal and informal PA leaders, check out…
Acknowledging the risk of suicidal ideation, depression, and anxiety in PAs
This study sought to establish a baseline understanding of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation in PAs and PA students to guide intervention and preventive research. This study suggests that one…
Physician Associates’ Interest in Rural Settings
Did you know that 45% of PAs and 54% of all PA students in 2022 were interested in working in rural settings? Learn more about PAs and PA students interest…
PA Students’ Experience with Stress & Interpersonal Toxicity
In 2020, prior to the pandemic, 60% agreed that they were emotionally exhausted, this rose to 75% in 2022. Completing the education required to be a PA can be a…