Program Overview
Physician Assistant
A physician assistant (PA) is an advanced practice clinician licensed to practice medicine with the supervision of a licensed physician. PAs obtain medical histories, perform examinations and procedures, order treatments, diagnose illnesses, prescribe medication, order and interpret diagnostic tests, refer patients to specialists when appropriate, and first-assist in surgery. They are employed in primary care or in specialties in urban or rural regions, as well as in academic administration. PAs may practice in any medical or surgical specialty, and have the ability to move to different medical and surgical fields during their careers.
Physician Assistant Overview
The pre-health advisors in Arts & Sciences Advising Services stand ready to assist you as you explore your options and begin your preparation for a health profession.
Physician Assistant Associations
- The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- The PA Education Association (PAEA)
Physician Assistant Programs in Tennessee
- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC)
- Bethel University
- Lipscomb University
- Meharry Medical College
- Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) – Harrogate
- Mercer University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- South College
Physician Assistant Application Services
- Central Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA)