Department of Physician Assistant Medicine
TAKE THE NEXT STEP and get your Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from 91¶ÌÊÓƵ. The Department of Physician Assistant Medicine in the Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions offers a 24-month program with a unique dual focus on primary care and hospital internal medicine, the fastest-growing medical specialty in the United States.
Our PA program will prepare you to become an exemplary medical provider qualified to work in various healthcare settings. You’ll discover an educational environment dedicated to fostering growth, nurturing intellectual curiosity and facilitating personal development. Our commitment to excellence, innovation and compassionate patient care is unwavering and defines our core values.
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PROFESSIONAL FOCUS
Designed to meet the needs of the evolving healthcare landscape
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HANDS-ON TRAINING
State-of-the-art simulation labs, weekly inquiry-based medical cases, and real-world clinical rotations
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24-MONTH PROGRAM
Fast transition from education to employment
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INNOVATIVE STRUCTURE
Experiential, integrated, and collaborative curriculum