The Audio PANCE/PANRE PA Board Review Podcast Welcome to episode 57 of the FREE Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE and PANRE Board review questions from the SMARTYPANCE course content following the NCCPA™ content blueprint (download the FREE cheat sheet). This week we will be covering ten endocrinology […]
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As Good As You Can: The PA Model Around the World Part One
Welcome to part one of this powerful nine-part miniseries detailing filmmaker Adam Halbur’s spectacular new documentary film about the PA model around the world. Make sure to sign up below to receive all the posts in this series. Documenting The PA Model Around the World Adam Halbur is a filmmaker and poet who went […]
Episode 43: The Audio PANCE and PANRE Board Review Podcast
Welcome to episode 43 of the FREE Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover 10 PANCE and PANRE board review questions from the Academy course content following the NCCPA™ content blueprint (download the FREE cheat sheet). This week we will continue to take a break from topic specific board review and […]
Haiti Medical Mission Trip: Settling In, Resetting my Clock and Resetting my World View
This post is the third of a series about working as a physician assistant in Haiti. Growth happens at times when we are the most challenged And yes this almost always involves overcoming fear. There is no better way to travel than with the locals, no better way to experience the culture, no better way […]
PA School Finder – The Ultimate Physician Assistant School and Program Directory
Watch this introductory video to see the website in action Are You Trying to Find The Perfect PA School to Fit Your Needs? Are you interested in attending PA school, but you have limited resources and no idea where to begin? Do you worry about the program requirements and waste countless hours going from […]
Trials and Tribulations of the Liberian Physician Assistant
This is part five of a nine-part series by documentary filmmaker Adam Halbur on the PA model around the world. As God Would Have It When I visited in 2017, Liberia was celebrating 150 years since its founding by Christian American slaves in 1867. It is the only country in the world that has had […]
Who is the Ideal PA School Candidate? Surprising Lessons From Olympic Ice Skating
I love Olympic figure skating. It is the ultimate test of human grit. Here are people who have spent four years and countless hours practicing for what comes down to a life-changing two-minute event. This is a lesson on life, it is a lot like preparing for your PA school interview, finally pressing submit and […]
How to Get Shadowing Hours During a Global Pandemic
Let me guess; you are struggling to find shadowing hours during the COVID-19 pandemic. Trust me, you are not alone. Many Pre-PA students looking to apply in the next 1-2 years have an extra challenge than those in past years, COVID-19! The global pandemic has changed the way applicants can volunteer, finish prerequisites, shadow, etc. […]
Physician Assistants: What We Are and What We Are Not
Physician assistants are not assistants to doctors or just nurse practitioners with a different title. In this article I outline what PAs are and what we are not. How we differ from other medical professions and our similarities. Learn all about the PA profession and see if maybe it’s right for you.
Top 5 Reasons NOT to Become a Physician Assistant
Here are the Top 5 Reasons NOT to Become a Physician Assistant (PA) 1. You are becoming a PA because it’s (enter your reason here) than becoming a doctor Examples include: It’s easier than becoming a doctor It’s more convenient than becoming a doctor It’s more practical than becoming a doctor It’s my backup plan […]
The Daily PANCE & PANRE Question 59
Which of the following is the earliest manifestation of diabetic nephropathy? proteinuria a progressive decline in the creatinine clearance an elevated serum haptoglobin renal insufficiency microalbuminuria Answer: E Microalbuminuria Tiny amounts of albumin (microalbumin) show up first – but need a special test ordered to detect it. Intervention at this point with an ACEI prolongs the […]
Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World
This is one of my favorite books of all time. It is written by Dr. Paul Farmer. Warning – If your read this book it will make you a better human being!
Why my Wife is Happy I am a Physician Assistant and not an MD
“In my life, family will always be my greatest priority. I love my patients like I love life itself, but I love my family even more than life itself.” – Stephen Pasquini PA-C. Years ago, I dreamt of being an MD. Since I was a small child, in fact, to me, this would be the pinnacle […]
The Daily PANCE & PANRE Question 38
You note polygonal, purple, papular lesions involving the flexor surfaces of a patient’s wrists. The patient has no other lesions. The lesions appear to follow a linear pattern of distribution. What is this phenomenon? Auspitz sign Koebner’s phenomenon Darier’s sign Gorlin’s sign Gottron’s papules Answer: B Koebner’s phenomenon Koebner’s phenomenon is described – it suggests […]
Physician Assistants in Primary Care – A Dying Breed, Indeed!
Today I read this interesting article from the Annals of Family Medicine. It is titled: Physician Assistants in Primary Care: Trends and Characteristics It proved the point of a recent conversation I was having with my cousin – an orthopedic PA at Kaiser. My theory was that family practice PAs would soon see the same trend […]
What is a PA? How to Nail This Not-So-Easy Interview Question
“Can you tell me what a PA is?” This is a simple question with a complex answer – It is one of the most common questions posed during a PA school interview. We will teach you how to navigate this question by deep-diving into the essence of a PA and offering guidance on how to answer this question in a personally meaningful and authentic way during an interview.
The Wealthy PA Part 3: Long Term Disability Insurance (and How to Buy it)
If you lost the ability to work as a physician assistant, how would you pay for anything?
Many people think they are adequately covered through their work but here is a newsflash – you’re probably not.
State Disability is temporary and Social Security Disability is notoriously difficult to get approved for and only covers a fraction of your income.
The supplemental disability insurance offered by most employers is often short-term, covering only months of living expenses.
This is why you need to purchase your own long-term disability insurance either through your employer or an independent agent.
Why Our Program? How to Answer This Common Supplemental Essay and Interview Question
Why our program? As you begin your PA school application process, one of the most common supplemental essay and interview questions you may encounter is, “Why our program?” This is an opportunity for you to explain why you are specifically interested in attending that particular college or university and why it is a good fit […]
The Daily PANCE & PANRE Question 14
Which white blood cell disorder is characterized by the presence of the Philadelphia chromosome in 90% of cases? chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) multiple myeloma Answer: C Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) – (Philadelphia CreaM cheese) Philadelphia Chromosome occurs in CML. ALL occurs in children. […]
Podcast Episode 67: Ten PANCE and PANRE Board Review Audio Questions
The Audio PANCE/PANRE – Ten PA Board Review Exam Questions Welcome to episode 67 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE and PANRE Board review questions from the SMARTYPANCE course content following the NCCPA™ content blueprint (download the FREE cheat sheet). This week we will be covering ten general […]
The Daily PANCE and PANRE Fast Track – Question 36
Which of the following is most likely the cause of galactorrhea and amenorrhea? A. Sheehan’s syndrome B. prolactin – secreting adenoma C. Frohlich’s syndrome D. Cushing’s disease E. a basophilic adenoma of the pituitary Answer B: Prolactin-secreting adenoma is the most common cause of galactorrhea/amenorrhea (after exclusion of pregnancy). I would choose Sheehan’s syndrome if […]
The Wealthy PA Part 2: The Three Student Loan Repayment Strategies
With soaring tuition costs, student loans are now one of the largest sources of consumer debt outside of mortgages. The average PA student graduates with $100,000 – $200,000 in student loan debt. For comparison, the average student loan debt is $57,520. Not only do we PAs carry 3x-5x more in debt compared to other professions, […]
5 Tips to Get you Started on Your Personal Essay (and why you should do it now)
Hey, You PA School Procrastinators You know who you are — squeaking under deadlines by a nanosecond, feeling compelled to vacuum, or worse (when truly in the grips of avoidance), deciding to clean the toilet rather than tackle that pesky research paper. Believe me, as a recovering procrastinator, I can relate. Join the club When […]
The Daily PANCE & PANRE Question 59
Which of the following is the earliest manifestation of diabetic nephropathy? A. proteinuria B. a progressive decline in the creatinine clearance C. an elevated serum haptoglobin D. renal insufficiency E. microalbuminuria Answer: E, microalbuminuria Tiny amounts of albumin (microalbumin) show up first – but need a special test ordered to detect it. Intervention at this point […]
5 Things I’ve Learned Going Into My Fourth Physician Assistant Application Cycle
Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up – Thomas Edison I will be honest; this is not an article I ever thought I’d be writing. I submitted my first PA school application immediately after finishing my undergrad, and here I am, three […]
The Ultimate PA School Applicant Logbook – Track HCE, PCE, Volunteer Hours, Schools, Costs (and more!)
As applicants to PA school, we have a lot on our plate. Between prerequisite coursework, health care experience requirements, shadowing, volunteering, and more – it’s a lot to keep track of! This is where The Ultimate PA School Applicant Logbook comes in. This logbook was designed by PA school applicants (who know the process intimately!) […]
Physician Assistant vs. Nurse Practitioner vs. Medical Doctor
Medical Profession Comparison Chart: Medical Assistant vs. Nurse vs. Nurse Practitioner vs. Physician Assistant vs. Family Practice Physician (updated ) *Programs vary, and the following represents averages for each vocation. Category Medical Assistant (MA) Nurse (RN, BSN) Nurse Practitioner (NP) Physician Assistant (PA) Physician (MD) Prerequisite Education None None Bachelor’s Degree in nursing and clinical […]
The Daily PANCE & PANRE Question 70
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of multiple myeloma? A. elevated serum calcium B. osteoporosis C. “punched out” osseous lesions D. plasma cell infiltration of bone marrow E. hypogammaglobulinemia Answer: E. hypogammaglobulinemia MM is a HYPERgammaglobulinemia – all of the other findings occur in MM Help Support The Physician Assistant Life for […]
Thank You, We Can’t Wait to Get Started!
We will be sending you an email confirmation with further instructions in the next 24 hours. If you have any problems whatsoever please contact me at [email protected]. Sincerely, Stephen Pasquini PA-C As a side note I want to share with you an email Sue Edmondson (retired superior court judge, accomplished writer and one of our amazing editors) recently sent to me. […]
5 PA School Essays That Got These Pre-PAs Accepted Into PA School
Ever wonder what PA school admissions directors are really looking for in a winning PA school essay? Have you been searching the internet and physician assistant forums for samples of PA school applicant essays for reference? Have you ever thought that your personal statement might be a bit, well, boring? We’ve got your back. In […]