Program Overview

Introduction to the Atkinson Physician Assistant Education Program

The Master of Advanced Study in Physician Assistant Studies degree prepares graduates to deliver care as physician assistants. In alignment with the Program’s vision of academic and clinical excellence, the mission of the physician assistant program is to recruit and retain learners who reflect the diverse population of California who will provide safe, effective, person-centered health care in various settings to improve the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve.

Training for the Future

Bridging cutting-edge research with clinical care, and serving diverse, vibrant communities throughout Southern California.

The Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to prepare students for a career as physician assistants.

Program Details

• The program is offered by the University of California San Diego School of Medicine.
• The program has been granted Accreditation-Provisional status by the ARC-PA.
• Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA standards.
• Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status.
• It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class.
• The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website.

Education

• Physician Assistant Program
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• MD & Combined Programs
• Graduate Programs (MS & PhD)
• Residency & Fellowship Programs
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• Continuing Professional Development
• Medical Education & Technology

Research and Community Involvement

The program is committed to bridging cutting-edge research with clinical care and serving diverse communities throughout Southern California.

Accreditation Status

The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the University of California San Diego Atkinson Physician Assistant Education Program.