What does a physician assistant do?

Physician Assistants are broad in their training and work under the supervision of a physician in a variety of settings such as family practice, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and orthopedics. They may have their own offices, make house calls, work in a hospital, or in a doctor’s office. A physician assistant takes patient histories, gives physicals, orders and interprets laboratory tests and x-rays, and makes diagnoses. They can also suture, splint, and cast minor injuries. The physician assistant is licensed to prescribe medication in 48 states and the District of Columbia. Regardless of the situation, the physician assistant must confirm each diagnosis and medications prescribed with a licensed physician.

How can I become a physician assistant, and which degree will best meet my professional needs?

What courses should I take at Wittenberg to prepare for physician assistant school?  

What major should I pursue at Wittenberg if I am interested in becoming a physician assistant?

Do I need to have medically related hours when applying to physician assistant schools?

Is it important that I participate in extracurricular activities while at Wittenberg?

How can I locate the physician assistant program that is best for me?

How and when should I apply to physician assistant schools?

What is the General Record Exam (GRE)?

Do I need to go through the Pre-Health Professions Committee when applying?

Do I need to coordinate my applications through a service?

Do you have any tips for preparing an attractive application?

Which physician assistant schools have Wittenberg students been accepted to in the last 10 years?

What are some of the accredited physician assistant programs in this geographical area?