Bachelor in Physician Assistant Studies

at Duquesne University

PAs are qualified by graduation from an accredited physician assistant educational program and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Within the physician/PA relationship, PAs exercise autonomy in medical decision-making and provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The clinical role of PAs includes primary and specialty care in medical and surgical practice settings in rural and urban areas. PA practice is centered on patient care and may include educational, research, and administrative activities.