Ambariantz Firstly, the PA class of 1999 was excited to celebrate National PA Day to the entire school on October 6th of this year. It was a great opportunity to explain our role and to define our existence within the health care team. Physician Assistants are educated and trained to do many of the tasks traditionally performed by physicians. Upon graduation from a two-year program, one must successfully complete the National PA board exam and a state certifying medical exam. We are utilized primarily in a Family practice setting.
Many PAs work in hospitals, private clinics, nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
As for our course work, we are presently taking 25 quarter hours. II, Gen. Med. II, Clinical Skills II, Physical Examination Lab, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Nutrition, Clinical Decision Making, Preventive Med. and Organizational Skills. Thank you to all those who stopped by our display tables and took the time to chat with us. Second, Physician Assistants recently attained prescription rights in the state of Illinois.