When Mary Herc, PA-C, started working as a Critical Care PA, she admitted a patient who was experiencing complications after surgery. Thanks to her medical education and training in PA school, she was able to intervene accurately to stabilize the patient.
Since becoming a Certified PA, Kathryn Iwasaki, PA-C has practiced in psychiatry, emergency medicine and neurosurgery. The flexibility to practice in multiple specialties was one of the reasons why she chose a career as a PA.
Archana Patel, PA-C, shares how being treated by a PA in the ER led her to want to become a PA herself.
Takeia Horton, PA-C, MPH believes representation in medicine matters, and her education and career path reflect that.
Before she knew much about the PA profession, Alkiesha Collins, PA-C, did not think about it as a career option. In fact, she was already studying for the Medical College Admission Test in hopes of becoming a pediatrician.
Kristen Jardine, PA-C, explains how stress can impact our bodies and suggests a few tips on how we can cope with stress.
Marissa Parsons, PA-C, discusses signs of eating disorders, risk factors, complications, and where to go for help.
Ben Tanner, PA-C, shares information on intermittent fasting. Read this article for 5 ways fasting can benefit your health.
Jameka McElroy-Brooklyn, PA-C, shares advice and skin care tips to help you maintain healthy skin all year round.
Stephanie Pillai, PA-C, shares how people diagnosed with diabetes can still enjoy their holiday feasts this season.
It’s easy to get confused or overwhelmed with a diagnosis of diabetes. In this post, Trey Boyd, DMSc, PA-C, explains the basics of diabetes to help you better understand and manage the disease.
Certified PA Jennifer Kerr-Logan addresses carpal tunnel syndrome, what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how it can be treated.
The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is the only certifying organization for PAs in the United States. NCCPA is dedicated to serving the interest of the public.
We do so with a passionate belief that PAs are essential members of the health care delivery team who provide millions access to more affordable, high quality health care.
