The Physician Associate Podcast

GMC regulation of physician associates!

After many years of work, the General Medical Council has now begun statutory regulation of physician associates, as well as anaesthesia associates, in addition to doctors. Regulation will help assure patients, colleagues…

How to pass your PA exams

In this episode, we welcome back Bob and Mark from Meducate Academy Bob and Mark have a wealth of experience in physician associate student education and simulation in medical education. Bob and Mark sha…

The pros and cons of incorporating PAs into healthcare delivery.

In this episode, we dive deep into the controversial topic of physician associates (PAs) in the medical community. Join us as we sit down with Professor Aneez Esmail, a renowned GP and academic, to explore the pros and cons of incorporating …

What can PAs do to help veterans in healthcare?

Today is Armistice Day, where we remember and pay tribute to those lost in conflicts, those who fight for our freedoms, our emergency workers and all those affected by terrorism. In this short special podcast episode, I s…

Working with People and Communities to Improve General Practice in Primary Care

Discover how the NHS is hoping to improve primary care with an innovative course, "

Physician associates for global health

Join us for an insightful conversation with Lyndsey Milcarek, a leading figure in global health advocacy for Physician Associates. Discover how Physician Associates for Global Health is making a significant impact on healt…

Building PAs into the primary care workforce

Join us as we delve into a conversation of Physician Associates in primary care. In this episode, we're privileged to have Dr. Rebecca Rosen to discuss the strategies and challenges involved in…

Improving wellbeing for physician associates

Join us as we delve into the importance of mental and emotional well-being for physician associates. Our guest, Dr. Rachel Morris, host of the popular 'You Are Not a Frog' podcast, brings her unique perspe…

Partha Kar & Ajay Verma weigh in on physician associates (part 2)

Join us for part 2 of a fascinating conversation with Partha Kar and Ajay Verma, two leading figures in the ongoing Physician Associate debate. Hear their insights on the future of the PA role, the challenges and opportuni…

Partha Kar & Ajay Verma weigh in on physician associates (part 1)

Join us for this episode for an insightful conversation with Professor Partha Kar and Dr Ajay Verma. We delve into the controversy surrounding physician associates and discuss their roles in the Royal College of Physician…