The early discharge of newborns: are we prepared? Identifying neonatal curriculums within accredited PA programs

Article Abstract:

Physicians' assistants (PAs) may not be receiving adequate training in neonatology, especially given the trend toward early discharge of newborns. Neonatology has not been specified as a requirement for accreditation. A survey of 52 out of 60 accredited PA programs found that 79% included some didactic and clinical instruction in neonatology. Routine care is usually covered, but more instruction should be provided concerning the implications of early discharge, as well as complications such as congenital syphilis and neonatal withdrawal.

Care and treatment, Infants (Newborn), Newborn infants, Hospitals, Neonatology, Hospital admission and discharge

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Program expansion heats up PA Internet forums

Article Abstract:

Physicians' assistant training programs are expanding, and the Internet has seen considerable debate over the consequences of this fact. The American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Association of Physician Assistant Programs act in an advisory, not a regulatory capacity. Faculty shortages, declining physician income, and the growth of managed care programs suggest physician assistants should carefully monitor their profession's growth.

Editorial, Usage, Internet

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The PA master's degree: arguments for the clinical vs the academic degree

Article Abstract:

Master's degree programs for physician assistants (PA) should be separated into two types: clinical and academic. The master's degree should become the academic standard for the PA profession. This would put the profession on a par with other allied health professions. In addition, the master's programs could contribute to development of an academic infrastructure to help advance the profession.

Management, Clinical medicine, Degrees, Academic, Academic degrees, Graduate medical education

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