History
What university hosted the first PA program?
Duke University
How many points do you need to be an active member
10
What is the name of the centralized application service used to apply to most PA programs?
CASPA (Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants)
What is the largest organ in the human body?
the skin
What PA School does the famous contestant of the Bachelor's and former Bachelorette go to
Barry University
The first PA class consisted of students from what professional background?
Former military medics and corpsmen
Name two workshops we had this semester
- Personal statement/general
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- CASPA
What is the typical minimum GPA requirement for most PA programs?
3.0
What is the normal range for an adult resting heart rate?
60–100 beats per minute
Which former PA student appeared on The Bachelor and later became The Bachelorette?
Jenn Tran
Who is considered the founder of the PA profession?
Dr. Eugene A. Stead, Jr.
How many Zoom meetings did we have this semester
6!
Name one of the most common prerequisite courses required for PA school.
Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, or Chemistry
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
Which PA became a viral sensation on Instagram and TikTok for sharing relatable PA school struggles and tips, amassing hundreds of thousands of followers?
Hint: she has a very known book in the PA world
@LifeAsAPA (Savanna Perry)
In what year was the first PA program established?
1965
What certification besides CPR and phlebotomy did we offer this semester?
Seizure First Aid!
What is the average number of patient care hours required by most PA programs?
Around 1,000–2,000 hours
Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision? Say the number of it as well
Cranial Nerve II (Optic Nerve)
Fill in the blank about our queen Savanna Perry.
"I graduated from the University of ____ in December 2011, and started PA school at the Medical College of ______ in May 2012."
I graduated from the University of Georgia in December 2011, and started PA school at the Medical College of Georgia in May 2012.
What was the name of the first PA to graduate from an accredited program?
Victor H. Germino
What is the name of the advocacy center we volunteer regularly with?
Kristi House
PA school acceptance rates typically range from _____% to _____%
PA school acceptance rates typically range from 20% to 31%
What is the name of the condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin C?
Scurvy
The medical drama "________" featured Jeanie Boule, played by Gloria Rubin, who transitioned from a physical therapist to a physician assistant in season 2, tackling important issues like living with HIV as a healthcare provider.
The medical drama "ER" featured Jeanie Boule, played by Gloria Rubin, who transitioned from a physical therapist to a physician assistant in season 2, tackling important issues like living with HIV as a healthcare provider.