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Diversity of PA cohorts during the evolution to an entry-level master's degree. JAAPA : official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Young, P. A., Griffith, C. F., Ticknor, I. L., McElroy-Brooklyn, J., DiRuggiero, D., Bae, G. H., Froman, R., Kayingo, G. 2024; Published Ahead of Print

Abstract

This study evaluated the racial and ethnic diversity of physician associate/assistant (PA) graduating cohorts during the profession's transition from a standard undergraduate degree to an entry-level master's degree.Using all existing program reports from the Physician Assistant Education Association (1985-2019), we explored potential associations between changes in tuition, degree types offered, and racial/ethnic makeup of graduating cohorts.We observed a strong negative association between Black students and graduates versus increasing tuition and the rise of master's level programs.More equitable opportunities for joining the PA profession may be needed.

View details for DOI 10.1097/01.JAA.0000997688.51073.c2

View details for PubMedID 38230906