National PA Week: Honoring Our PAs and Supporting Their Journey
Each year, from October 6–12, we celebrate National Physician Assistant Week to honor the incredible work of physician assistants/ physician associates (PAs) nationwide. These skilled professionals are committed to working with healthcare colleagues, lawmakers, patients, and communities to find solutions for making team-based healthcare delivery more efficient.
As we recognize the contributions of PAs, it’s also a great time to explore the rich library resources that can support our PA students, educators, and practicing professionals in their studies and clinical work.
Here are some key resources available to help you excel at every stage of your PA journey:
LWW Health Library: PA Rotations/Specialties
Designed to meet the needs of PA students, this collection covers essential topics for clinical rotations in areas like Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Surgery, Family Medicine, and Psychiatry. It’s packed with textbooks, multimedia, and clinical tools.
ClinicalKey
A comprehensive resource for both PA students and practicing PAs, ClinicalKey provides one-stop access to medical textbooks, journals, videos, and more. It’s a go-to source for evidence-based information and clinical decision-making.
DynaMed Plus
This powerful clinical decision support tool offers evidence-based summaries on over 3,400 topics. It’s an excellent resource for PAs seeking concise, up-to-date information on medical conditions, treatment guidelines, and patient care strategies.
JAAPA (Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants)
Stay informed with the latest research and developments in the PA profession through JAAPA. The journal features peer-reviewed clinical health policy and professional issues to support physician associates’ ongoing education and advancement.
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Whether you are a PA student preparing for rotations or a practicing PA keeping up with the latest clinical information, these resources are designed to support your success. Happy National Physician Assistant Week to all the dedicated PAs and PA students!
Visit our MD/MSPA Student Guide to explore more library resources to support your learning. You can also reach out to the library with any questions!
Contact us via email or live chat. You can also contact Connie Wong, our Medical Education Librarian.