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- - The study assessed changes in the racial and ethnic diversity of graduating cohorts in the Physician Associate (PA) field amid the shift from undergraduate to master's degree programs.
- - By analyzing data from the Physician Assistant Education Association between 1985 and 2019, researchers found a concerning link where rising tuition and professional advancement to master’s degrees negatively impacted Black student enrollments and graduation rates.
- - The findings suggest a need for more equitable pathways for underrepresented minorities in the PA profession to ensure broader access and diversity.
Article Abstract
Objective: This study evaluated the racial and ethnic diversity of physician associate/assistant (PA) graduating cohorts during the profession's transition from a standard undergraduate degree to an entry-level master's degree.
Methods: Using all existing program reports from the Physician Assistant Education Association (1985-2019), we explored potential associations between changes in tuition, degree types offered, and racial/ethnic makeup of graduating cohorts.
Results: We observed a strong negative association between Black students and graduates versus increasing tuition and the rise of master's level programs.
Conclusions: More equitable opportunities for joining the PA profession may be needed.
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