LISTEN: As medicine has evolved, so has the role of the physician assistant.

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The role and training of a physician assistant, or PA, has evolved over time. They provide a service as a advanced practice providers which has become particularly crucial for rural medicine in Alaska. Join host Dr. Justin Clark for a discussion about the role of Physician Assistants in Alaska.

HOST: Dr. Justin Clark
GUESTS:

  • Ed Hall, PA-C
  • Howard Chaitoff PA-C, President, Alaska Academy of Physician Assistants

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LIVE BROADCAST: Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. AKDT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 8:00 p.m. AKDT

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