Biology/Pre-Physician Assistant, B.A.
Physician Assistants are skilled medical professionals who practice medicine under the supervision of doctors and surgeons to improve healthcare access and quality.
Program Overview
- Pre-Professional Program
As part of a medical team, Physician Assistants examine patients, diagnose diseases, design treatment plans, and prescribe medications. They work in a wide variety of medical fields including primary care, family medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, and psychiatry.
Program Information
- Degree Awarded
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Program Type
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- Major
- Program Location
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- Main Campus - Northeast Philadelphia
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