physician assistant - Master of Science

Program Outcomes

At the completion of this program the PA graduate will be able to:

• Practice compassionate primary care medicine sensitized to the particular health care needs of rural and underserved communities (Primary Care Provider).
• Apply the principles of evidence-based medicine and critical thinking in clinical decision making (Critical Thinking).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team (Communication).
• Partner with supervising physicians and other professional colleagues to provide competent patient-centered care across the lifespan (Patient Care).
• Utilize practice and systems-based analysis to insure patient safety and improve outcomes through continuous quality improvement (Safety/Quality).
• Respond to the complexities of the dynamic healthcare system by practicing in a cost-effective and socially responsible manner (Leadership).
• Commit to high ethical standards responsive to the needs of the profession, the individual and to society (Ethics/Community Leadership).

The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.

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