B.Sc -Physician Associates (B.Sc. PA)
B.Sc -Physician Associates (B.Sc. PA)
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Introduction
A multidisciplinary program designed to train students to support physicians in diagnosing, managing, and treating patients across various medical specialties.
This multidisciplinary course prepares students to assist physicians in diagnosing, managing, and treating patients. The program emphasizes clinical skills, patient care, and the ability to work effectively in healthcare teams.
What Students Will Learn?
- Foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
- Conducting patient histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
- Performing basic medical procedures under a physician’s supervision.
- Interpreting laboratory tests and imaging studies to aid diagnosis.
- Building communication and counseling skills for patient interaction.
Programme Duration
3+1 year ( Including one year internship)
Programme Eligibility
Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Math’s in class 12th in order to apply for these courses.Student must have secured 50% marks in Class 12th.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for meritorious students and those from economically weaker sections. Additional financial aid may be provided based on university policies.
Admisison Process
CUET/UGC/Entrance Test/Interview
Programme Highlights
Formally trained to provide diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive healthcare services in all medical specialties, as delegated by a physician. PA graduates would fit into various fields like clinical (patientcare)research, teaching, management/administration/rural medicine, preventive health care etc.
| Well qualified and experienced faculty | Research oriented programme |
| Well Equipped labs for practical demonstration | Collaboration with multi-specialty hospitals and labs |
| Visits to Govt. hospitals and NABL accredited labs on weekly basis for clinical practices | Interdisciplinary courses |
| Earning of credits by online digital courses | Specialized training, workshop and conferences part of curriculum |
| Each student mentored by faculty | Lab and Simulation Training - state-of-the-art labs and high-fidelity simulation facilities to apply your in-depth knowledge to real-world scenarios. |
| Field Practicum - to hone your critical thinking and decision-making skills, and to strengthen your delegation and leadership skills. After having successfully completed the second semester university examination the student will be qualified to commence the clinical postings for 2-3 weeks in each semester in leading hospitals. One-year full time internship in a hospital is mandatory to enable a student to obtain the degree of Bachelor of Science in Physician Associate | Clinical Practicum - Hone your assessment, management and communication skills during two hospital-based practicums. You’ll get real-world experience in specialized areas, including emergency departments, operating rooms, and labour and delivery. |
| Inter-professional Education - In order to prepare you for an integrated role within the health care team, you will have the opportunity to work with students from other programs within the School of Health Sciences. Learning activities are designed using a problem-based learning (PBL) model and include high-fidelity simulations, interactive case-based table-top exercises, and collaborative skill acquisition. | |
USPs
- Multidisciplinary training in clinical medicine and patient care.
- Practical exposure through supervised internships with physicians.
- Strong focus on communication skills and patient interaction.
- Career versatility with opportunities in general medicine, specialties, and community healthcare.
- High employability in hospitals, clinics, and research organizations.
Career Opportunities
| Primary Care Physician Associate | Emergency Medicine Physician Associate |
| Health Care Consultant | Tele Medicine Assistant |
| Community Health Officer | Recruitment in PHC/CHC/DH |
| Medicine | Recruitment in Medical colleges as a Tutor/Lecturer/Demonstrator |
Career Scope
- India faces an urgent need for greater primary healthcare access, especially in rural and underserved areas.
- The PA model is well-suited to meet this challenge.
- With a foundation in generalist training, PAs are equipped to provide preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services across multiple levels of the healthcare system, particularly in community health settings.
- Their versatility and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams make them an invaluable resource in improving healthcare delivery.
- In rural areas where physician shortages are most acute, PAs can serve as primary care providers, working alongside senior physicians to ensure continuity of care.
- One of the foundational elements of the PA profession is the physician-PA relationship.
- The profession was built on the principle of team-based care, with PAs working alongside physicians, complementing their expertise, and ensuring patients receive comprehensive care.
- Within this collaborative model, PAs have autonomy in making medical decisions, but always under the supervision of a physician.
- This allows them to manage less complex cases, which in turn allows physicians to focus on more specialized care.
- Physician Assistants may also be given restrictive prescriptive rights under the supervision of the physicians with whom they work, enhancing their ability to contribute to patient care.
- Furthermore, specialty-trained PAs (with a master's degree or equivalent) will strengthen the healthcare system by taking on more complex roles within hospitals and outpatient settings, again under the supervision of physicians.
- This collaborative approach ensures that both PAs and physicians can work to the full extent of their training and expertise.
- With the development of standardized national training, it will be necessary to establish accreditation for training sites, regulation of practice, and state-level licensure for PAs.
- In rural areas, Primary Health Centers (PHCs) could employ multiple PAs to manage community health, with senior PAs overseeing healthcare teams at sub-center levels.
- Physicians at PHCs can focus on more complex cases and provide advanced care, while also supervising PAs and ensuring community health needs are met.
Jobs After B.sc In Physician Associates
| Primary Care Physician Associate | Emergency Medicine Physician Associate |
| Health Care Consultant | Tele Medicine Assistant |
| Community Health Officer | Recruitment in PHC/CHC/DH |
| Medicine | Recruitment in Medical colleges as a Tutor/Lecturer/Demonstrator |
Key Features That Make These Courses Stand Out
- Broad-based education in clinical medicine, diagnostic methods, and patient care.
- Supervised internships in hospitals and clinics for hands-on experience.
- Training in patient interaction, communication, and counseling skills.
- Opportunities to work in collaboration with physicians across various medical specialties.
- Versatility to work in hospitals, community healthcare, research facilities, or specialized clinics.