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The Â鶹¹ÙÍø Northwell Department of Physician Assistant Studies’ mission is to create an interprofessional environment that fosters PA leaders and scholars who deliver empathetic, patient-centered care, and promote inclusivity to the diverse populations they serve.

The vision of the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Northwell Department of Physician Assistant Studies aspires to be an innovative global leader in the preparation of the next generation of PAs.

•  Lifelong Learning
  The program is committed to promoting the ongoing professional growth and betterment of clinical practice through self-directed learning activities.
• Innovation
  We facilitate learning with a multimodal approach that is creative, interprofessional, collaborative, and student-centered using the most advanced medical resources and technologies that will provide the student with the tools for lifelong learning.
• Collaboration
  The program is committed to fostering a learning environment where students partner with members of an interprofessional healthcare team to promote excellence in patient-centered care.
• Compassion
  We embrace a patient-centered, caring, empathetic approach to the delivery of health care.
• Excellence
  We are committed to preparing clinically competent PAs that excel in their ability to critically think and problem solve to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Leadership
  We inspire our students and faculty to positively influence their professional, institutional, and patient care communities.
• Diversity and Inclusivity
  We instill awareness of and respect for individual cultures by educating our students on the importance of understanding the unique needs of a diverse patient population.
• Professionalism
  We challenge our students to become exemplary PAs by exhibiting respect, integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior in all circumstances.
• Scholarship
  We foster an environment that utilizes evidence-based medicine in clinical practice. We also promote the student and faculty’s contributions to the advancement of scientific knowledge for the betterment of the profession.