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Origins of the PA Profession
- The PA profession originated at Duke University in the 1960s, spearheaded by Dr. Eugene Stead.
- He aimed to create professionals who could extend the reach of physician services.
PA Name Change
- PAs are transitioning from "physician assistant" to "physician associate."
- This change aims to reflect their higher skill level more accurately.
Comparing Providers in Diabetes Care
- A study within the VA system compared patient outcomes among doctors, PAs, and NPs for diabetes care.
- Surprisingly, PAs and NPs yielded similar patient outcomes at lower costs.