physician assistant
noun
: a person certified to provide basic medical services usually under the supervision of a licensed physician
called also PA, physician's assistant
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In a controversial move, the Department of Education last year decided that certain healthcare studies – such as nursing, physician assistants and physical therapy – were not considered professional programs.
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Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
1 July 2026
Piedmont Ear, Nose & Throat Associates has 13 physicians, five physician assistants, six audiologists and one hearing instrument specialist, according to its website.
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Claire Harutunian,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Total clinic compensation includes pay of primary care physicians, medical specialties, surgeons and advanced practice nurses and physician assistants.
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Bruce Japsen,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Students pursuing physical therapy, physician assistant, and nursing degrees were originally included in this group.
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Lauren Sausser,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
1 July 2026
Piedmont Ear, Nose & Throat Associates has 13 physicians, five physician assistants, six audiologists and one hearing instrument specialist, according to its website.
—
Claire Harutunian,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Total clinic compensation includes pay of primary care physicians, medical specialties, surgeons and advanced practice nurses and physician assistants.
—
Bruce Japsen,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Students pursuing physical therapy, physician assistant, and nursing degrees were originally included in this group.
—
Lauren Sausser,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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“Physician assistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physician%20assistant. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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