ADVANCE for Physician Assistants
http://www.advanceweb.com/pa ADVANCE for Physician Assistants is an independent medical journal for all U.S. physician assistants.
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According to a list compiled by CareerCast.com , physician assistant ranks in the top eight most-stressful jobs in the country, along with newspaper reporter, general practice physician, real estate agent, advertising account executive, photojournalist, commercial airline pilot and surgeon...
Wendy M. Macey
Wendy M. Macey
Stress? What Stress????
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants November-December 2009

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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants is thankful for all of our PA readers (and especially our loyal facebook fans!). What are you thankful for this year?

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Jason Kron
Jason Kron
I am thankful for a seat in Emory's class of 2012!
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Wendy M. Macey
Wendy M. Macey
I am thankful for awesome editors like Michael, Terri, and Heather!
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants More Thankful Than Ever: The opportunity to fulfill her dream of becoming a PA has Jenna reflecting on the good things in life.

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As I sat through almost nine straight hours of lecture yesterday, I found I had some time to reflect on the past few months in this new chapter of my life. Despite the fact that I couldn't wait for my long day to be over, tonight I spent the car ride
Nigel M. Philip-rousseau
Nigel M. Philip-rousseau
i know that feeling. the ling class & days!!!!
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Tony Lombardi
Tony Lombardi
So well said!!!!
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AAPA president Stephen Hanson has published an opinion piece, " 'Make more of them' isn't the only solution to America's physician shortage ," in The Bakersfield Californian endorsing PAs as an integral part of the solution to a growing physician shortage...
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants Giving Thanks: Tim reflects on the top 10 things he's most thankful for this year and asks readers to share their thoughts.

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With Thanksgiving just days away, I'd like to share the top 10 things I have become most thankful for during this journey through PA school: The love and grace of my Father! The most amazing wife! Because of her love, respect and desire to tag-team life
Lacey Townsend
Lacey Townsend
I so agree! Without Grace where would we be? And supporting loving spouses? And I am so thankful for my children. My 18yo boy and 16yo girl have really helped carry the weight of the household and watching over their 2 younger brothers. :-)
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Timothy Loerke
Timothy Loerke
I am amazed with students who are married with children. Definitely something to be thankful for!
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Nigel M. Philip-rousseau
Nigel M. Philip-rousseau
Well Tim, I'm Thankful for the Lord Jesus Christ, who's central in my family;from my wife Sandra, to my two sons Jean-Marc & Andre, & my daughter Martine. My wife is the most spirit filled woman that I know, I'm thankful for the people that the Lord had let to cross my path, I'm thankful for my career as a Physician Assistant/Associate, thankful ... See Morefor my mom, & sister, for my wife's family, for being able to see another year, to be with my children,to see them grow,for the Saints at the Chapel that we fellowship. I do give thanks for this country.
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants An Insider's Perspective: Chair of the NCCPA's workgroup on specialty certification details how the organization came to its decision.

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Editor's Note: Below is a blog post from Randy Danielson, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA , on the subject of PA specialty certification, which was originally published in Clinician Reviews . An excerpt is included here; you can read the complete article by clicking
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants PA Among Casualties at Fort Hood: ADVANCE remembers Michael G. Cahill, one of 13 who lost their lives on Nov. 5.

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Michael G. Cahill was one of 13 who lost their lives on Nov. 5.
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants In the Patient's Shoes: A series of doctor's appointments reminds Jenna what it's like to on the other side of the provider-patient relationship.

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In the last few weeks, I have been a patient, rather than a provider-in-training, on a few separate occasions. As it is the start of a new semester, I've recently caught up on all my doctor appointments and, in doing so, have faced an important reminder
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants Sepracor recently launched a new online network (www.caringforeverybreath.com) aimed at NPs and PAs who treat patients with asthma. It contains asthma treatment information, professional training opportunities and downloadable practice and patient education tools.

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Click here for full prescribing information. Indications XOPENEX HFA® (levalbuterol tartrate) Inhalation Aerosol is indicated for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in adults, adolescents, and children 4 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway disease.
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants More Than a Medical School: Collaboration between health care professionals is evident at the student level.

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Last week I attended a meeting in which students discussed how our school, the University of Northern Texas Health Science Center, is perceived in the community. I sat with a few student leaders from other campus programs. We all realized how many components
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants Long-Time Specialty PA Speaks Out: Evaluating what's best for each specialty may prove the best course of action.

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Editor's Note: Below is a blog post from Miquel Valdez, PA-C , on the subject of PA specialty certification. Check back each Monday for a new post, and please feel free to leave comments. If you would like to contribute a blog entry, e-mail assistant
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A recent article in The New York Times discusses how " Primary Care's Image Problem " is leading the vast majority of med students into specialties over primary care and how the patient-centered medical home model could alter the course of this alarming trend...
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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants Photos from the Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants 2009 Fall Conference and Exhibition in Phoenix.

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ADVANCE for Physician Assistants A Common Thread: We all want to make a difference in medicine.

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Last week in my community service course, my classmates and I each made presentations on an organization of our choice that we were able to focus on this semester. Every student chose a different organization and topic of focus based on a past experience