Watton Medical PracticePhysician Associate
The role of the physician associate in general practice
Physician associates (PAs) are generalist healthcare professionals who are trained to the medical model. They work alongside doctors and provide medical care as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
As practitioners, physician associates work under the supervision of doctors. They can practise independently and make independent decisions while receiving effective supervision, appropriate collaboration and supportive working relationships with their clinical supervisors.