What is a Physician Assistant?

As integral members of the health care team, physician assistants are adept problem solvers, aptly equipped to tackle communal health hurdles and deliver essential, top-tier medical care. PAs are licensed and board-certified providers who proficiently conduct patient interviews, execute comprehensive physical assessments, initiate and decipher diagnostic evaluations, create comprehensive care strategies, and prescribe tailored therapeutic regimens for all patients. This holistic process unfolds within a person-centered paradigm, seamlessly integrated into the interprofessional tapestry of health care delivery.

About the Master of Physician Assistant Practice Program

The overall envisioned future for our physician assistant graduates is one of profound impact and meaningful service. These graduates will be the cornerstone for improved health care access, better health outcomes and stronger community well-being in primary care and rural health settings. Through their dedication, compassion and expertise, they will embody the program’s mission, vision, and values, contributing to a healthier and more equitable future for all. Our graduates will exemplify clinical excellence, cultural humility, joy in their work, and interprofessional collaboration while leading community engagements, advocacy, and emphasizing wellness and holistic person-centered care.