Author Archive
Book Review: Closing the Chart
Posted by: | CommentsClosing the Chart: A Dying Physician Examines Family, Faith, and Medicine
by Steven D. Hsi, M.D.
Reviewed by Elizabeth Murray
This book was a requirement for me to read before attending PA school at Emory University. As I finish the book, I have come to the conclusion that it is a crucial read for anyone who is currently in or going to be in the medical profession. Read More→
A TV Show About PAs?
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Wingate University (located just outside of Charlotte, NC) will have its inaugural class of 20 students begin this August. Not only are they starting a new and very promising PA program, but they are also airing a television show that will seek to educate the public about the profession and make the profession more understandable to their local community. Please see the following article that was published by the American Academy of Physician Assistants last month. Also, look for a review about the Wingate University Physician Assistant Program coming up soon!
Book Review: Closing the Chart
Posted by: | CommentsClosing the Chart: A Dying Physician Examines Family, Faith, and Medicine by Steven D. Hsi, M.D. Reviewed by Elizabeth Murray. This book was a requirement for me to read before attending PA school at Emory University. As I finish the book, I have come to the conclusion that it is a crucial read for anyone who is currently in or going to be in the medical profession. Read More→
Book Review: A Kernel in the Pod
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A Kernel in the Pod “The Adventures of a ‘Midlevel’ Clinician in a Top-level World”
by J. Michael Jones, PA-C
Reviewed by Elizabeth Murray
A Kernel in the Pod is a well written book that chronicles the life of the author himself, J. Michael Jones. The book tells of his journey to become a PA as well as his journey as a PA.
Emory University PA Program
Posted by: | CommentsEmory is a top-ranked and passionate PA program. The school’s credentials led me to apply and my experience interviewing led me to choose this program. From my interview experience, I found that they have a very personable Director of Admission (Terry Mize) and genuine, helpful, and dedicated students.
An important aspect to know and understand about Emory’s PA program is their mission: Read More→

