Physician Assistant Studies, M.S.P.A.S.
School of Medicine Columbia
Fill a vital and growing role on a health care team as a physician assistant, a licensed medical provider that conducts exams, diagnoses and treats illnesses, writes prescriptions and so much more.
Become a practicing physician assistant through both classroom and hands-on training. Enjoy learning in a highly supportive and personalized experience thanks to our small student-to-faculty ratio. Clinical rotations from a wide variety of specialties are available at sites conveniently close to the medical school.
Program Highlights
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Ultrasound Focus
Learn the latest ultrasound techniques - a vital diagnostic instrument - throughout your curriculum.
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Hands-on Training
Gain experience through authentic simulations, real world training in local clinics and cadaver-based anatomy instruction.
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Broad Experiences
Choose from a wide variety of specialties in your clinical rotations including two electives of your choice.
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Accredited Program
Our program meets ARC-PA Standards with an Accreditation-Continued status achieved.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Listening Skills
Understanding what others are saying to facilitate effective communication
Human Health
Fostering well-being, preventing diseases and optimizing physical, mental and social aspects of individuals' well-being
Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
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Empathy
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and demonstrating compassion and support
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Physician Assistant
Workplace Settings
- Health Systems
- Emergency Medicine
- Private Practice
- Health Facilities
