What she heard
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Mindful Practice Source Type: research

The antidote to shame
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: The Art of Medicine Source Type: research

What is causing this patient's right upper extremity weakness?
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: A Difficult Diagnosis Source Type: research

The PA profession in Israel: A half-decade perspective
This article provides an overview of Israel and its healthcare system, and describes the implementation, deployment, education, training, and scope of practice of PAs in Israel, plus recent developments and suggestions for advancing the profession. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Global Insights Source Type: research

Anal pain
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Quick Recertification Series Source Type: research

Assessing and benchmarking equity, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare professions
This article discusses potential areas for innovation and opportunities that can be leveraged in assessing and benchmarking equity, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare professions. The ability to thoroughly assess the PA profession's culture in relationship to diversity, equity, and inclusion provides an opportunity to determine how well the profession is performing, and to strategically plan for what else need to be done. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Special Article Source Type: research

Assessing the productivity of PAs and NPs
The improvement of healthcare efficiency and productivity is of international interest. Following an expansion phase of physician associate/assistant (PA) and NPs employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) assessed how and where they were being used. Using data from 134 VA medical centers, annual productivity was examined across 30 medical and surgical specialties spanning primary care, mental health, and surgery. PA productivity differences averaged 82 relative value units per full-time employee per year more than NPs, a difference of 4%. In general, PAs were found in higher productivity ranges than NP counterpar...
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Nonsurgical treatment options for basal cell carcinoma
This article describes effective nonsurgical options for treating superficial BCCs as well as some nodular and infiltrative BCCs. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

A preventable, life-altering case of fluoroquinolone-associated tendonitis
This article describes a patient who experienced life-altering disability from a fluoroquinolone, reviews the adverse reactions of this drug class, and discusses recommended treatment for acute uncomplicated cystitis and asymptomatic bacteriuria. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 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 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Post-Test Source Type: research

Blunt chest wall trauma: Rib fractures and associated injuries
Blunt injuries to the chest wall, specifically those related to rib fractures, need to be promptly identified and effectively managed to reduce patient morbidity and mortality. Furthermore, judicious use of multimodal pain management and early identification of patients who will benefit from the surgical stabilization of rib fractures are paramount to optimal outcomes. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: CME: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research

Type 3c: Understanding pancreatogenic diabetes
This article reviews the causes and management of type 3c diabetes, which is estimated to affect 5% to 10% of all patients with diabetes. (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: CME: Endocrinology Source Type: research

What is rilonacept's role in treating recurrent pericarditis?
The interleukin (IL)-1 antagonist rilonacept is approved by the FDA to treat recurrent pericarditis. In adults and adolescents with multiple recurrences of pericarditis, compared with placebo, rilonacept is associated with a lower risk of recurrent pericarditis, more persistent clinical response, normalized C-reactive protein within 7 days, and a higher number of days with no or minimal pericarditis symptoms. Patients receiving rilonacept could be weaned off of standard therapies for recurrent pericarditis and eventually be transitioned to rilonacept monotherapy. The most common adverse reactions to rilonacept include inje...
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Pharmacology Consult Source Type: research

Physician Assistants as Social Innovators in Healthcare: A review
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Assessing PA productivity
No abstract available (Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - October 27, 2022 Category: Primary Care Tags: Editorial Source Type: research