The PBA School of Health Professions launched its Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Medicine program this fall—a transformative initiative that blends rigorous academics with a deeply rooted Christian mission while working to fill critical gaps in today’s health care system.
The ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the PBA’s Physician Assistant Program, which advances a model of health care education that focuses on compassionate care, servant leadership, and ethical responsibility in delivery. This holistic approach enables PBA to develop not just competent clinicians, but also principled leaders who are called to serve with humility and excellence. Students will learn to see each patient as a whole person—body, mind, and spirit—and to advocate for the underserved and marginalized with empathy and integrity.
At a time when the United States faces mounting provider shortages and complex health challenges, this program is vital to the future of health care. It addresses the urgent need for preparing adaptable, service-oriented clinicians to lead in clinical and community settings. PBA’s integrated model—combining hands-on training, interprofessional collaboration, and a commitment to lifelong learning—ensures that graduates can make a meaningful impact in the field from day one.