Physician Assistant Studies (PA)

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Train to Diagnose, Treat & Care for Patients

Touro University Nevada’s Physician Assistant Studies program prepares future healthcare providers with the medical knowledge and clinical training needed to deliver high-quality patient care and prepare for leadership roles.

  • Rigorous medical curriculum
  • Clinical rotations across specialties
  • Experienced physician and healthcare faculty
  • Strong preparation for certification, practice and professional development

MPAS graduates are prepared to work alongside physicians to diagnose illnesses, prescribe treatments and improve patient outcomes. Our DPA program builds on the MPAS degree, preparing graduates for specialized roles in healthcare.

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Why Choose the PA Program at Touro University Nevada?

Comprehensive Medical Training

Students receive instruction in diagnostics, patient care, pharmacology and clinical medicine.

Real Clinical Experience

Students complete clinical rotations in family medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics and other specialties.

Specialized Track Options

The DPA curriculum features four doctoral track options: Clinical Medicine/Surgery, Medical Education, Behavioral Health and Healthcare Administration.

Deadlines

  

Nov. 1
MPAS CASPA Application Due
Nov. 15
MPAS Secondary Application Due
Jan. 4
DPA Cohort Starts

Admissions Overview – What You Need to Know

To be competitive, MPAS applicants should meet the following:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Strong science GPA
  • Healthcare or patient care experience
  • Prerequisite science coursework
  • Letters of recommendation from faculty or licensed professionals (MPAS)

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What Makes Our PA Programs Stand Out

Community Impact

MPAS students support the physical and emotional needs of the underserved in our community through a 1-month community medicine rotation.

Patient-centered Training

The curriculum emphasizes compassionate care, innovation and professional excellence through engagement with varying patient populations.

Career Flexibility

MPAS and DPA graduates work in nearly every medical and healthcare specialty, serving in crucial clinical practice and leadership roles within our communities.

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FAQs – What Prospective Students Ask Most

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program is a 28-month, 128-credit curriculum. The Doctor of Physician Associate Program offers a three-semester pathway (approximately 12 months) or a two-semester (7-8 months) pathway for qualifying DPA students.

Graduates can find employment in hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, surgical practices, and various healthcare settings. DPA graduates will be prepared to apply specialized expertise, contribute to research, and assume leadership roles across clinical practice, education, healthcare administration, and the broader medical industry.