PA school vs Med school

[@drjennale]

For those of you looking into the different fields of medicine, I hope this helped! :)

[@Kamal_Actkins]

Jenny Le you are beautiful 😊. Helpful video as well.

[@hannahaimee1]

Jenny Le Hi Jenny! We don't have PA school in NZ.. I was wondering if you would recommend nursing school as a back up for medicine..?

[@suzanneb2923]

Current PA student here! Just wanted to say thanks for uploading more content about the PA profession on your page -- it's still a relatively newer healthcare profession (compared to doctors and nurses) and it's good to clear up any misconceptions or misunderstandings about what a PA is and does. In my personal opinion, I can honestly say that deciding to go into PA school was one of the best and smartest decisions I ever made! Here's why: 1. I love that I am able to practice medicine and treat patients in many of the same aspects that an MD does. PAs undergo intensive educational training under the medical model of healthcare, and after we graduate and enter practice we are able to take medical histories, conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, develop treatment plans, counsel on preventive care, assist in surgery, and even write prescriptions. 2. I love the fact that we are given the opportunity to reinvent ourselves. PAs work in a multitude of specialties, including dermatology, family practice, urgent care, surgery and more. We are trained to be generalists and are taught a little bit of everything during our 2 year master’s program. We also have a lot of laterality in terms of where we decide to work and what we would like to focus on. For example, while the option is available, there is no need for an extensive residency program if I decided that I wanted to switch specialties after a few years - I would just need to find a good supervising physician and practice willing to train me on the job. The possibilities are endless! 3. I also love that their shorter education requirements mean that I get to graduate in my late 20's, enter the workforce sooner, and have more time to enjoy life outside of school, travel the world and start a family. Becoming an MD is a huge commitment - both financially and time-wise - and I sincerely applaud all who decide to follow that route in order to practice medicine, but in my heart I knew that it was not what I wanted for me and my partner. People choose medical school and PA school for different reasons, but at the end of the day the decision will be up to you. There are positives and negatives, good and bad, to any career and the medical profession is no different. For me, it was simply about being able to do what I love in a field that I enjoy, while also being able live a full, rich life outside of that as well. Also, while it's true that there are some PAs who tend to have more of a mentor-like relationship with their physician supervisor (especially newer grads), I've also seen the opposite end of the spectrum where the PA and the MD work as partners and the PA exercised greater autonomy. A PA’s scope of practice depends on a lot of factors, including where they work, the state they live in, their skill level and expertise, and their relationship with their physician supervisor. A lot of people get confused, associating PA's with MA's because "assistant" is in our name. We are not assistants -- we are partners in medicine, working in collaboration alongside doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners and more, with the ultimate goal of providing quality patient care to every person who walks through our doors. :)

[@123bbqueen]

Suzanne B How did you go about getting your Patient care experience? I'm thinking about becoming an EMT for a year or so for mine

[@suzanneb2923]

Hi there! I took a CNA course during my last year of undergrad, then spent the next 2 years working as a CNA in a Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit. I also worked as a floater for the ICU and ER. An EMT is a great choice for healthcare experience! You will learn a lot about how to take care of patients and will be exposed to a wide variety of medical conditions and medical professionals. :)

[@suzanneb2923]

Sorry for the late reply! In terms of advice, I would say you should shadow multiple professions in the healthcare industry to get an overall picture of what each occupation is like. Shadow doctors, PAs, NPs and ask each one about what their day-to-day life is like, what they like/don't like about their jobs, education requirements, work-life balance, and if they are happy with their choice of career. Each person had a unique journey to get to where they are today and it's worthwhile to get a feel for what you might see or expect in the future. Prepare yourself by understanding this is a marathon, not a sprint. If you're just starting out this will seem like a long journey, but that doesn't mean you should skimp on the prep! Study hard, get good grades for your prerequisite classes, work on getting patient care experience, volunteer, do well on your GRE, maintain good connections with the people you work with so you can count on their help when it comes time to asking for letters of recommendation, and keep hustlin' til you make it! It's not easy but it's worth it in the end.

[@skincarejunkie3787]

I applaud!!! Very well said!

[@KiaraMadisen]

This was so incredibly helpful! I went from wanting to be a pediatrician my whole life to looking more on the PA track. Thanks so much for the advice and honesty!

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@vladimirtoussaint7393]

I am the same way in my track of what I would want to do

[@TheStrivetoFit]

this was super informative! thanks for the video :D

[@drjennale]

Thanks for taking the time to watch busy lady!

[@edwardgonzales2731]

I love seeing my FAVE medical KZbinrs talking amongst one another. Also I have a question for you, Jenny. You made it sound like you're going to become a DO instead of a MD, could you possibly make a video about that or contact me about it or vice versa? I am truly stuck about which one I want to do. Thank you, your videos rock!!

[@drjennale]

Edward Gonzales Yes! Come May I will be graduating as a DO. Are there any specific questions you needed answered?

[@ChelseaJeanBentley]

What is a DO? haha so true! Strive and Jenny's channel are my fav med school channels :) xx

[@drjennale]

A DO is an osteopathic physician while an MD is an allopathic physician. As a DO I learn osteopathic manipulative treatment while MDs do no. Otherwise, we are pretty much the same.

[@alley5869]

For those of you who think becoming a doctor will not allow you to have a personal life. That is not true just like any other career life is about balance. I know plenty of medical school students including myself who participate in non academic extracurriculars. Some travel (during breaks/weekends), dance, play sports, or even have their own band. PA school is NOT easier than medical school, if anything it may be harder because you have to learn a lot of info in a shorter time period (2 years vs 4 in med school). Anyway choose a career you love and don't make "not having a life" influence your decision. I know plenty of nurses, doctors, and PAs who all complain about not having enough "free time."

[@thenightdances21]

******Alley******* thank you for this insight. I was told to go into PA b/c I also desire a healthy work & leisure balance. Was trying to find out how many hours do a internal medicine doctor work. Do you have any insight on this?

[@MHSMagicLuver]

Agree. When people say PA is the easier route and for people who didn’t get into medical school.. not at all. Schools don’t want people who have PA as a backup plan. Some schools don’t want to take people who took the MCAT because it makes PA seem like a backup plan.

[@undeadsans9535]

God bless this video! I was literally ABOUT to give up on medicine for my future, but this video literally introduced me to my new passion. I honestly think becoming a PA is perfect for me, and so I can't thank you in of for this video. THANK YOU!!! 🙏🙏

[@gjbigboi]

Hi Jenny, can you do a video comparing NP school and PA school? Thanks!

[@samantha_hdez]

Hey Jenny!!!!!! Can you make a video with a nurse practicioner?? Love u by the way

[@drjennale]

Thank you, ILY too! :) I'll put it on the list of videos to film. Probably won't be till later though so hang tight.

[@soymilka9875]

yess!! I would love a video like this!!

[@BoltCRNA]

I'm in a doctorate CRNA program but it's always interesting hearing about others routes and views as healthcare professionals.

[@kaynenbrown5102]

So glad you did this!!

[@drjennale]

Thank you for watching!

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Kaynen Brown Hey Mr.Brown!!🤓

[@kallieriis7676]

This is awesome. I'm currently working on my masters to become a Nurse Practitioner.

[@drjennale]

Thats awesome! Good luck on your medical journey.

[@ang37889]

I'm in my associates respiratory therapy school right now and going to take my pre reqs for P.A. school I am nervous but excited!

[@NaturallyNerdeeNicol]

Do not forget about passing the PRANCE exam before you can practice. In just graduating you can only shadow until you are certified.. Some differences to note is the way PAs can write prescriptions vs.a doctor, for example in my state PAs can only prescribe a 30 days worth of CIIs at a time where a doctor can prescribe more.

[@NaturallyNerdeeNicol]

PANCE*

[@drjennale]

NaturallyNerdeeNicol Thank you so much for sharing!

[@Legal.Knievel]

NaturallyNerdeeNicol in my state, MD/DO can only prescribe 30 days of CII also, and no more 120 tb/30 days.

[@sprinklefriend]

These days though, even doctors can't prescribe more than 30 days in several states, and that number of states is increasing. It's insane.

[@anerelismitchell5253]

Very informative. Thank you so much for setting up this interview. I definitely learned a lot!

[@KandidlyKristenlove]

I’m thinking of becoming a PA, then seeing if I love it, I️f not going back to school to med school for 4 years, because age and time doesn’t matter to me much

[@DoctorNikkiP]

Wishing them good luck with getting into PA school!!

[@drjennale]

You're so sweet! I will let them know.

[@laceyd1305]

Thank you so much for the video! I have def been leaning towards the PA route recently. I would love to learn more from Grace who started as an LPN. I also started at the LPN level and would like to hear more about how she prepared for PA school. Again, thank you! love ur videos!

[@gracedraculan39]

Hi Lacey! I am in the process of starting my own channel but would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have in the meantime, email [e-mail]

[@drjennale]

+Grace Draculan Yay!! I'm so excited for you Grace 👩‍❤️‍👩

[@gracedraculan39]

+Jenny Le thanks Jenny!!

[@savannahramirez1737]

This is perfect! My boyfriend is deciding between PA and med school! Super helpful, thanks Jenny!

[@drjennale]

No problem! I'm glad you liked the video :)

[@lovelylivie14]

Im currently in school to become a CMA. I will be graduating in May. What would be your advice for a CMA who might want to further their horizons? Basically what are the stepping stones at this point in the medical career? After doing my clinical rotations I've become more infatuated with becoming a PA. I want to get some experience as a CMA first to see how I like it but I definitely dont want to limit myself. Thanks!

[@ZombiePenorCancer]

is cma the same as cna??

[@lovelylivie14]

High Kitty Nope they're different! They are very similar though! CNAs work under a RN and majority work in Retirement homes and hospitals. CMAs are a little more advanced as far as what they can do and schooling. They work directly under Drs. CMAs are usually the people that you see at almost any family practice or specialty office and even hospitals. Everyone always assumes that the people rooming patients are nurses but majority are CMAs. The simplest way I can kind of explain a CMA is like if a CNA and a Phlebotomist got married and had a baby you would get a CMA 😂 I'm a little biased since I'm about to graduate from my program but it's an awesome career field!! I absolutely love it! I encourage you to get further educated on the career because it's definitely a great contender! 👍🏻 Hope this helped!!

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

High Kitty cma I believe is Certified Medical Assistant - quite different coz they deal with out-patients. - patients who come to see their doctors for regular check - ups. CNA it's more of the harder work depending on where one works. - They mostly deal with bed side care.

[@AJaySmiles]

Everybody and there mom's want to do dermatology. Lol

[@MHSMagicLuver]

AJay Smiles it’s because it’s the highest paying specialty as a PA I believe. I’m going to personally go into family med when I graduate first.

[@hannajean8204]

not me. it sounds os fucking boring

[@epitaphboi4816]

I wanna do oncology

[@Styl3Associt3]

thank you for the video, many people aways try to convince me to just become a PA. This video helped confirming decision to become a DO😊.

[@drjennale]

Yay!! I'm so happy. How is that process coming along?

[@Styl3Associt3]

Jenny Le Great the plan is to take the MCATS by end of 2017 early 2018. i am moving down south, lice in michigan right now. so i have do more research on some of the schools there, and their deadlines. but i am getting there lol.

[@tanhunglai6613]

Hi Jenny Le! Thank you for your sharing about this video! Have a great day!

[@iridiansanchez8617]

Hey there I love your videos. I am interested in becoming a PA as well but I would like to know what school did both girls talk about in here. I am very interested in the one where you can go for an associates all the way to a bachelors/PA program :) that the girl to the left mentioned. Sorry I'm late. And I would love to hear from you :)

[@monterinmycloset]

This was so helpful! thank you for posting!

[@lisandraortiz7493]

Today I subscribe in your channel and I watch all your videos and love it. Im in 11 grade and i want to be something that has to be with medicine. Since i was a little girl I saw my mom helping people and healing them and i feel in love with it. I loved going to the clinic in Cuba with my mom then I moved to United State and I want to became a docto but sometime im scared to no make it. Thanks for all your advises.

[@lisandraortiz7493]

Sorry for my English 😬

[@drjennale]

I believe you have much more experience than some of the student your age interested in pursing the field of medicine. If you put in the work, you can achieve anything. I would start volunteering or shadowing a physician now - even if it is once a month.

[@MHSMagicLuver]

Literally re watching this just for fun after graduating PA school :p especially since I watch your videos and follow you on insta anyways :) Next step is to take the PANCE. I don’t think they mentioned that. After graduating you have to pass a 5 hour board exam to be able to become certified and then to practice. I also cannot believe I am done with school forever. Not done with learning, but done with school. If anyone has any questions about PA school (and later about the career) you can find me at Instagram.com/Lisafellispa I love helping people decide if this is a profession they want to be a part of.

[@MHSMagicLuver]

@@gen7453 in middle school I was advanced in math. In high school same. Advanced in math. Took AP and DE classes (if still in high school, DE classes are so much better). In college it’s hard to be advanced since you just pick your classes. I did skip college algebra since I took it in high school. Only math I took was precalc and stats in college. I majored in psychology and took 1-2 science classes every semester (since most of the prerequisites are science classes). I graduated college with a 3.6 GPA (I had two Cs - one in history and one in bio 2). Everything else As and Bs. I was at the lower end of my class in PA school and i graduated with I think a 3.2 in PA school? Studying my butt off. But I made it! And it doesn’t matter how low you are in GPA in PA school as long as you pass the PANCE! But.. PA school is the most difficult thing I have ever done by far. But I think if you have motivation you can get through it. But you need the motivation.

[@hoshiistar3322]

Thanks Jen! I think this kinda confirm that I want to go into medicine :) thanks for all that you do :)

[@christinelee123]

hey jenny!!! love your videos a ton, im currently in high school and really interested in possibly going to med school someday. what would you say is the biggest thing i should keep in mind right now if i have an interest in attending med school in the future?? love you! xx

[@drjennale]

awww thank you ILY too. I would say keep an open mind. When you start college, you will have the opportunity to explore many new things to discover what you're passionate about. Its good start start volunteering in the medical field or shadowing a physician even now to see if medicine is the right path for you.

[@eagoodwin1]

It makes me a little nervous when you all so casually say "100, 000"

[@drjennale]

eagoodwin1 Many people get nervous by that amount of debt. But I see it as an investment. An investment in myself, my education, and my happiness. Everyday I get to help people and some days, I even get to save lives. If had to do it over again, I would still choose to purse medicine.

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

Elizabeth 😂😂😂 right!

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

Jenny Le how do people qualify for such huge loans? Is it through banks, or? We tried Sallie Mae and my husband didn't get accepted coz of his credit score. Do all students have great credit score, or?

[@kalcun7914]

Switrox / Aspiring Kenyan entertainer Expressor once you get to graduate school they automatically approve you for the loan no matter what your credit score is....as long as you haven't defaulted on a student loan before....they don't do that for undergrads

[@Vanessabobessa10]

Elizabeth but they make that much their first year working in texas. U could pay it right off living with parents for a year. The 100k is worth it for this profession lol

[@justinepersaudable]

Would you happen to know the name of the PA program the girl on the left was talking about. She said she just needed an associates. I am interested in the program and would like to look it up.

[@iridiansanchez8617]

Justine P omg I asked the same thing

[@jenno5555]

Can you do a video about family nurse practitioners and how they differ from primary care physicians?

[@vinht3871]

There are 3 yrs PA program out there that have longer didactic and clinical rotations.

[@hayleysechler8281]

I am currently in my 1st year of PA school! I love to give advice, tips and share my experiences so if you have any questions feel free to email me or reach out on Instagram @hayrichhh :)

[@Essie914]

Hayley Richardson hi hayley, I'm applying this year...can I please have your email so I can get some tips from you? thanks! I don't have instagram

[@hayleysechler8281]

[e-mail] :)

[@mimiwin412]

Loved this! More interview videos

[@drjennale]

I will try!

[@kaylazethelyn3239]

What majors did the PAs pursue for undergrad? Thank you for the informational video!

[@MHSMagicLuver]

You can major in anything as long as you have the prerequisites of the schools you want to apply to :) I majored in psychology.

[@JamesKim]

Hi Jenny :) Love your videos and miss you haha :p

[@drjennale]

James Kim aren't you in NY?!

[@JamesKim]

Yup :)

[@drjennale]

James Kim miss you too! Tell Michelle Hi !! And I need food recommendations. I'm heading there first week of January!

[@JamesKim]

Will do! I'll send you my recommendations on FB!

[@litr8788]

Could you do a video with a podiatrist (DPM) if you have time? They also attend medical school, right?

[@marissaarredondo6431]

I know I want become a Pediatrician or Pediatric surgeon. I currently got accepted or should I say put on the alternative list for the nursing program at my college and just in case I don't make it in, I am applying to a Pediatric Echocardiography Program at my college. Pediatric echocardiography is an ultrasound of the heart. Would you recommend to go on the nursing path or ultrasound path?? Also can you start off as a P. A. and then later apply to medical school? I was thinking about going to P.A. School, but I am not sure. Great Video and thank you!😊👍🏽

[@drjennale]

Marissa Arredondo There are people in my class who were nurses and then started med school. One student was a PA and started med school. But if you know your ultimate goal is to become a physician then go straight for medical school. It will save you both time and money.

[@Dop3ritrean]

Hi Jenny! I love your videos! I’m a NP from the Bay Area and was wondering if you work with NPs as a resident? If so, what’s your experience been like this far?

[@lottieplaysnintendo]

Hi there, odd question. I'm thinking of going to an undergraduate school next year and then after going into PA. However, I'm autistic and get overwhelmed easily. I do have the brains though. I've always loved everything related to medicine. Is there anyone here who knows/has experience themselves having a disability and going into this particular field?

[@demi.ewerss]

Hi Jenny, by chance do you know what school the young lady on the left attends for PA. Were in the same predicament and I’m trying to find my route.

[@lisandratorres100]

How do you get clinical hours while in undergrad?

[@vanessarosa8269]

You can get clinical hours by shadowing a PA, or by becoming a medical scribe or medical assistant.

[@klcee030]

Hi Jenny! Thank you for doing this video :) I requested it in the last video and was so surprised how quickly the video came about. Unfortunately I have such a bad ego where I just feel like i always have to be a doctor due to being the one calling the shots or being on the top leadership area. However, I don't see myself being a doctor for the rest of my life 😅 I felt very confused for a long time because I don't want to regret not trying for med school or settling for less (not saying that pa isn't a hardworking speciality but that med school would take more commitment and time). Is it true that most doctors stay as doctors for the rest of their lives?

[@drjennale]

Kimberly Wu Yes most doctors usually stay doctors because we're passionate about the profession. And even when you become a doctor, it's a continued learning process. But I also know doctors who have businesses on the side, or work as a physician part time to focus on family. I suggest going to med school because you can't see yourself doing anything else. Because med school is tough. It is a long commitment. They don't pay you well. The hours a long. And you sacrifice a lot of your life, energy, and family to pursue this profession. You will be miserable if it is not your passion.

[@Miaonroblox]

I believe if you are paying 100,000 for school, once you graduate and go into the field the job should be paying you 100,000 as much as you put into school you should make back

[@joshualaughlin2385]

That doesn't really make economic sense. However, thats definitely possible as a PA if you have no undergrad debt and live frugally in PA school.

[@takiawilliamson1]

What Associate degree did the young lady on the far left receive before applying to PA school?

[@ericananz]

I think she said LPN

[@iridiansanchez8617]

I wonder what PA school she is talking about. That seems very interesting

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

Iridian Sanchez right?

[@khiyahgriffin9490]

Hey! I just have a quick question. Im a freshman (undergraduate) and a biology major and I just finished my first semester of college with 2 A's 1 B and 2 C's clearly I didn't do so amazing. People say it doesn't matter what you major in to go to medical or pa school but I dont exactly get what they mean. If im a biology major and someone else is an english major dont we still have to take the same classes (pre requisites) if we both want to go to med or pa school? So what difference does it make if you major in something easier like humanities versus something harder like science..dont we still have to take the same classes if we want to get into med or pa school?

[@drjennale]

Yes, both statements are correct. You do not have to be science major to apply for medical school or PA school - you only have to fulfill the required biology courses and do well on the MCAT (for medical school). This is why, when applying to medical school, they ask for an overall GPA along with a Science GPA. The advantages of majoring in something besides biology when applying to medical school is that it sets your application apart. Hundreds of thousands of people apply to medical school and only a few do not have the typical major like biology. If nothing else, it may spark administration interest in your application.

[@DB-ro2qn]

The best advice for either school is to APPLY EARLY!! If you are re-applying, I would try www.thecaspareview.com to avoid any critical missteps in your application.

[@jazminj6512]

What PA program/ School didn't require bachelors but just an associate? I just got my associate's in science this last spring. I'm getting ready to start an LVN program. Once I graduate I plan to work for a year or two to gain experience while going to school to obtain a bachelors so I can apply to PA school. However, if there is a way to just apply straight to PA school that would be awesome. Just wondering what school was it that allowed you to have just an Associates degreed and graduate with a bachelors and Masters?

[@MHSMagicLuver]

They used to only need associates. I believe all of them are phased out now. There are direct entry programs though now which is mostly for high schoolers who know they want to do PA. They can get their bachelors and masters in 5 years compared to 6 (4 bachelors, 2 masters) but there aren’t many of them. Since this is an older video hers could have been an associates to bachelors (but she said she will be graduating with a masters) or it could have been the 5 year option.

[@Miaonroblox]

So some schools do not require you to take a test or exam like the GRE

[@MHSMagicLuver]

Nope. A lot require the GRE. The new thing coming up is called the PACAT similar to MCAT but this is just being rolled out now. But there are some schools that don’t require any standardized tests.

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

thank you so so so so so so much😍😍😍😍😍😍love you

[@drjennale]

LOL you're very welcome

[@scripturallove8567]

Please update us on these ladies

[@israelanaya1615]

how do you get the clinical hours prior to applying to the program?

[@KandidlyKristenlove]

Israel Anaya volunteer or work as a CNA or EMT ect

[@kimberly2216]

I'm in my second year right now and I'm currently deciding between PA and MD. I'm very interested in both but the one thing holding me back from MD is the debt I'll be acquiring. I'm not in it for the money but I don't want to struggle and place my future family through that financial situation. If I decide to become an MD will the debt really be an issue? I'm confused by this. I read a lot of articles of doctors warning about it and saying they can't afford to pay it off and so it worries me.:(

[@drjennale]

kimberly velazquez I took out loans for med school like most students. The reality of it is - all doctors will be in debt. But there are specific programs where you can pay back your loans based on the income you make. I haven't met any doctors struggle to pay for loans, but I have met doctors in their 40s-50s still paying them off. I personally do not regret my decision to attend medical school.

[@kaiden5395]

how long will it take to get to 1,000 clinical hours? a year? a month?

[@MHSMagicLuver]

A year full time is about 2000 hours. I had over 10k hours before matriculating.

[@lillianoconnor]

I'm not going to school for PA or MD, but your videos are really interesting😊

[@drjennale]

lol thank you so much!

[@beautyblueable]

Hey Jenny!! a few questions please: Right now I'm a high school junior very interested in the med field specifically surgery, I'm not sure how I can enter through med school asa future surgeon do you? is there a term for it? is there a rotation for like general or cardio surgery specifically ? what if I'm a student that is not very strong in getting involved outside of school bc I too have a strict mother or a very strong with GPA ( current cummalitvie GPA 4.2) and okay on standarized tests scores what sort o universites( out of IL, the coast, a prestigious school?) do you thinkI should took at ? also as a junior in high school apart from focusing on school is there anything i can do now to prepare myself? will majoring in something like biochemistry prepare me as a future surgeon ? Thank you some much if you get a chance to reply!!

[@drjennale]

beautyblueable What my video "How I got into med school." It should answer a lot of your questions. All surgeons have to go through 4 years of medical school first. During med school, if you are still interested in becoming a surgeon then you apply to a surgery residency which is an additional 5 years.

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Subsctiber number 16,810!🤓

[@dishapatel3424]

How she did LPN to PA ? I am RPN and want to apply for PA school

[@stefanynguyen66]

Disha Patel u have to have bachelor degree. Then u can apply for a master degree in physician assistant. Every school is different. Some require u have to have prior "paid" medical experience some don't.

[@asmashidaar1834]

hi jenny !! i didn't have time to wach it yet 😢 have to study for my mid terms am third year medical school but ilove all videous ilove so much

[@drjennale]

Asma Abdi awwww thank you!! And no worries, the video isn't going anywhere. Good luck on your exams!

[@wunmiomolade5344]

This helped me so much 😁😁😁

[@Miaonroblox]

What’s a residency

[@Shameless_Papist]

A residency is when You are a physician and you graduated medical school but you Are training to be a board certified physician and you are learning about your specifialty

[@Shameless_Papist]

*specialty*

[@LetsTalkAboutHealth10]

Can u plz mention the name of schools both r pursuing?

[@hehehehfun4938]

I'm sticking with NP route :)

[@honeylemon8687]

Khanh Dao were you divesting between PA and NP? If so, how'd you make a decision?

[@shwxmb]

Very insightful! Great video :)

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much!

[@oliviaarteaga8233]

can i take my general studies 1st then apply to a pa program?

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

jenny i have a question do you have to be hard on your self in high school even though I'm asking this question and I'm still in 9 and I want to be a doctor do I have to work so hard for it

[@drjennale]

I feel like my parents taught me good work ethic. I did well in high school but college grades is what med schools will be looking out. Working hard in high school will help you succeed in college and hence give you a better change to get into medical school. Its all relative

[@laralara8663]

I would like to be a doctor one day bc I myself would love be the one taking responsibility in taking care of someone's health. If I were to become a pa would that better my chances of getting into med school?

[@seapinkoyster]

I personally would not recommend becoming a PA then a MD. It just takes too much time. It takes at least 3 years to go through PA school, and you must factor in the time you spend on trying to get into a PA program and then a MD. If you are a PA and do want to become a MD then I would say it does increase your chances of getting in more than the average biology BS students if you have work experience as a PA. If you graduate as a PA but never work as one and apply for med school, it will hurt your chances.

[@drjennale]

I agree that if your ultimate goal is to become a physician, then I would by pass PA school and just apply for medical school. This would save you both time and money. There are other ways more effective ways of boosting your resume. For example, volunteering, shadowing physicians, mission trips, etc.

[@yoohaki6040]

im a senior getting ready for my first year in college. i was wondering if i can go into a PA program in a MED school? or do they not offer PA programs? im trying to prepare to be a Physician Assistant ^^

[@yoohaki6040]

i dont know if it made any sense >~< i was wondering if a PA interested student should take a MED school. is there any route in the med school that relates to a PA.

[@drjennale]

+yoohaki 아이구 I am a little confused by your question. PA school is two years. After those two years - you become a physician's assistant. Medical school is 4 years - after which you become a doctor. They are two different paths in medicine. Just like how nursing would require a different path. Nurses, PAs, and doctors all work together but they all have different rolls. Some schools like University of Washington offer both a medical school program and a PA program. Hope this answers your question.

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

I wonder which schools they both applied to

[@honeylemon8687]

Are the prerequisites for Med school and PA school the same?

[@drjennale]

No, I believe they are different. PA school does not require the MCAT. Instead some require 1-2 thousand clinical hours. I believe some of the prerequisite courses differ as well.

[@annaduong8743]

Honey Lemon when I checked. You take about the same pre reqs but medical school requires physics whereas PA program does not

[@honeylemon8687]

Thanks for the replies girls!

[@angiebonilla6469]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@merdal9329]

yeayyyyy im a PA student !!!

[@drjennale]

Hi !! Welcome :)

[@jazminem6015]

What did each of you get your undergrad in?

[@drjennale]

+Jazmine Mendoza I majored in biochemistry-biology for undergrad

[@khiyahgriffin9490]

So do you think that PA school is better for someone who wants to get married and have children?

[@drjennale]

Khiyah Griffin I personally think No. I got married in medical school and my husband and I want to have children in the near future.

[@DoJoStan]

YES!

[@anadanielle884]

What is average PA income vs DO?

[@drjennale]

Anadanielle88 I'm not sure about PA annual income but it depends on specialty for physicians - ranging from 150k - 400k

[@teenwolfgirl211]

Anadanielle88 pa 95k- 100k

[@anadanielle884]

Thanks!! :)

[@KandidlyKristenlove]

Anadanielle88 PAs make from 98k (lower range/beginners) to 200k with experience, overtime, state, and specialty in account

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

please answer my question

[@Amy-se5ld]

I got accepted into a PA program in New York and my mother slapped me because I even considered it

[@yudelleanlisatajirikenyana4519]

Yama Tama what! Truly sorry. I think that's an amazing program. Many people just need to be educated about it.

[@ambernicole9742]

Yama Tama which school was it?

[@SofiaRodriguez-md7cc]

can a PA do surgery??

[@drjennale]

+Sofia Rodriguez Yes they can!

[@zx0683]

Sofia Rodriguez They can only do very minor surgeries

[@dinaamjad9854]

Very selective. Minor ones and assisst in others

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

i mean jenny sorry for that

[@drjennale]

الاميره رورو LOL it's ok

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

thank you

[@الاميرهرورو-ف3ظ]

i love you Jamie

[@mike112693]

such naive PAs. They said they like working with supervising physicians. After several years in practice, theyll start joining their colleagues in complaining about getting more autonomy.