Today is National Physician Assistant Day: Physician Assistants' scope of practice in Canada encompasses a wide range of medical and clinical responsibilities, allowing them to provide comprehensive and patient-centered care under the supervision of licensed physicians. Today we celebrate all PAs across the country, and in particular, I celebrate and applaud our daughter, Lauren Berrington, PA-S2. Thank you for the difference you are making in healthcare. As a 2nd year student at the University of Manitoba, Lauren is gaining practical experience through clinical rotations in medical specialties including Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Paediatrics, Surgery and more. These rotations take place in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings, where Lauren works alongside healthcare professionals, applying her knowledge in real-world scenarios. ⭐️ One of the key strengths of Physician Assistants lies in their ability to work across a wide range of medical specialties, making them valuable assets in various healthcare settings. ➡️ Improved Patient Satisfaction - PAs work in collaboration with supervising physicians, and this fosters comprehensive and personalized patient care. ➡️ Reduced Wait Times - With a PA on the team, the practice or department can accommodate a higher volume of patients, reducing wait times for appointments and medical services. ➡️ Enhanced Efficiency and Workflow - PAs are trained to perform clinical tasks, such as taking medical histories, conducting physical exams, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a diagnosis and differential diagnosis, formulating treatment plans, performing interventional or diagnostic procedures, prescribing medications, and engaging patient education. This allows the healthcare team to operate more efficiently, optimizing workflow and ultimately improving overall patient management without duplicating the work. ➡️ Cost Savings - By delegating certain responsibilities to PAs, the practice or department can make efficient use of healthcare resources. PAs are valuable assets in managing non-complex cases, which can lead to cost savings and contribute to the overall financial sustainability of the healthcare facility. #CanadaNeedsPAs