Primary care workforce paradox: A physician shortage and a PA and NP surplus
Conclusions: Primary care workforce projection models should be reexamined to more accurately capture the productivity of PAs and NPs. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 1, 2021 Category: Primary Care Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The Watchman device for preventing stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation
This article discusses the Watchman device, a left atrial appendage occlusion device that provides an option for patients with contraindications for anticoagulation. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 1, 2021 Category: Primary Care Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Using a decision tool to evaluate for osteomyelitis in children
Osteomyelitis is a common occurrence in children and typically has a prolonged treatment course involving multiple specialties. Historically, the long bones are most commonly affected and Staphylococcus aureus is the primary causative organism. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 1, 2021 Category: Primary Care Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Cme post-test
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 1, 2021 Category: Primary Care Tags: Post-Test Source Type: research

Screening for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
This article describes screening and management of patients with HCM. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 1, 2021 Category: Primary Care Tags: CME: Cardiology Source Type: research