Want to be a Physician Assistant? Already a PA and not sure what to do next? Are you READY for the next thing in Physician Assistant Studies? In Episode 36 of the "Live From South College" podcast, Kathleen Stockham hosts Dr. David Erpenbach and Timothy Calcagni to discuss the Doctor of Medical Science (DMSC) program and the Asheville campus Physician Assistant (PA) program at South College. They explore the growth and opportunities within the PA profession, the unique aspects of the DMSC program, and the benefits of the competency-based education model. The conversation also touches on the personal journeys of the guests and their passion for education and healthcare.

Keywords

Doctor of Medical Science, Physician Assistant, South College, competency-based education, healthcare leadership, PA program, medical education, career advancement, healthcare innovation, student diversity, Asheville PA,

Takeaways

• The DMSC program is designed for working PAs to enhance their clinical skills and leadership capabilities.
• South College offers a unique competency-based education model, allowing students to progress at their own pace.
• The PA profession is growing due to healthcare needs and offers lateral mobility across specialties.
• The Asheville PA program is relatively new but has quickly become a large and successful program.
• Students in the South College Asheville PA program are diverse, enthusiastic, and committed to their education.
• The DMSC program does not expand the scope of practice but enhances the skills and knowledge of PAs.
• Effective communication and advocacy are key components of the DMSC program.
• The DMSC program includes a capstone project instead of a dissertation, focusing on secondary research.
• Graduates of the DMSC program can pursue leadership roles in healthcare, academia, and industry.
• The podcast highlights the personal journeys of Dr. Erpenbach and Timothy Calcagni, emphasizing their dedication to education and healthcare.

Key Learnings

• Unlocking New Opportunities: The DMSC Program at South College
• Navigating the Future of Healthcare with the DMSC Degree
• Empowering PAs: The Journey Through South College's DMSC Program
• From Classroom to Leadership: The DMSC Experience
• Innovative Education: The Competency-Based DMSC Program
• The Growing Role of PAs in Modern Healthcare
• DMSC: A Pathway to Leadership and Innovation
• Exploring the Asheville PA Program's Rapid Growth
• The Personal Journeys Behind South College's DMSC Program
• Advancing Healthcare Education: Insights from South College

Sound bites

• DMSC program enhances clinical skills
• Competency-based education at South College
• PA profession offers lateral mobility
• Asheville PA program's rapid growth
• Diverse and committed PA students
• DMSC enhances skills, not scope
• Communication and advocacy in DMSC
• Capstone project replaces dissertation
• Personal journeys in education and healthcare

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