Administrative Elective Course Reflections

Doctor of PA Studies (DPAS) students share how the Administrative Elective Course has shaped their development as health care leaders.
The Journey of a Doctoral PA Student in Academia

Doctor of Physician Assistant Studies (DPAS) student Jason Thomas reflects on what brought him to this post-professional program, the impact of his capstone project, and the lasting benefits of this degree.
It’s Never Too Late for a Post-Professional Degree: The Pitt DPAS Program is Designed for Working PAs

When I began to consider a return to graduate school as a working professional, so many questions rushed to my mind (and so much self-doubt, too): Do I have the time? Can I afford it? Is it worth it? Can I do it? The answers are “yes!” and here are my tips for you to succeed.
Doctor of PA Studies (DPAS) – Behind the Program

The University of Pittsburgh developed the Doctor of PA Studies program (now the Doctor of Medical Science) based on one main consideration: Practice-based learning and analysis by PAs advances the quality and value of the care we provide.