PA Program Goals and Outcomes
Learn how we are continuing to innovate our Physician Assistant Studies program and see feedback from our 2022 graduates.
Goal #1
Educate, support, and prepare competent, well-rounded healthcare providers for a successful transition to the practice of medicine.
Outcomes
Class of 2022 first-time PANCE pass rate - 91%
2022 Graduate Feedback
- "The didactic phase prepared me for clinical rotations" - 98% agreed or somewhat agreed.
- "The clinical year prepared me for professional practice" - 97% agreed or somewhat agreed.
- "I feel prepared by the PA Program to take the PANCE" - 98% felt adequately or well prepared.
2022 Graduate Survey
2022 graduates reporting improved skills and attributes from the PA program
*Survey response rate: 87%
| Skill or attribute | % of responses ranging from "a little" to "a great deal" |
|---|---|
| Interpersonal skills | 97% |
| Leadership skills | 97% |
| Research skills | 91% |
| Communication skills | 98% |
| Collaboration skills | 98% |
| Professionalism | 98% |
| Compassion | 98% |
Goal #2
Pursue diversity of all kinds: people, settings, and educational experiences.
Outcomes
People
Currently Enrolled PA Students: 50% White, 28% Asian, 12% Multiracial, 10% Hispanic
Settings
- Clinical Rotations: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Behavioral Health, Surgery, Community Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Women's Health, and Electives.
- Possible Electives: Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Interventional Radiology, NICU, Endocrinology, Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, and International
Educational Experiences
- Interprofessional Education - 100% participation
- Research Project - 100% participation
- Mobile Health Clinic - 100% participation
- Community Outreach - 100% participation
Community Outreach and Mobile Health Clinic Sites
Catholic Charities, Senior Center, Mexican Consulate, Nevada Homeless Alliance, Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada, Homeless Encampments, The Shade Tree Women’s Shelter, Safe House, Friends of the Desert, Salvadoran Consulate, The Giving Project, The Just one Project, The Catholic Worker
Goal #3
Foster service to community and underserved populations.
Outcomes
2022 Graduate Feedback
- “Rate your knowledge and skills to provide care to diverse populations" – 80% proficient, 20% satisfactory.
- “Rate your knowledge and skills to provide care to medically underserved and vulnerable populations" – 83% proficient, 17% satisfactory.
Goal #4
Prepare graduates for interprofessional collaborative practice.
Outcomes
2022 Graduate Feedback
"Rate your knowledge and skills to collaborate with members of other professions in caring for patients" – 76% proficient, 24% satisfactory.
