James R Kilgore, Thomas Colletti, Jenna Rolfs, James A Shuler, Elyse Watkins, Jeremy M Welsh, Stephen Lewia
{"title":"Characteristics and career effect on PA graduates of a doctor of medical science program.","authors":"James R Kilgore, Thomas Colletti, Jenna Rolfs, James A Shuler, Elyse Watkins, Jeremy M Welsh, Stephen Lewia","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000170","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000170","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study examined the characteristics and effect of a doctoral degree on career metrics of physician associate/assistant (PA) graduates.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This was a comparative analysis study of doctor of medical science (DMSc) program graduates. Characteristics from this survey were compared with program data and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Statistical Profile of Board Certified PAs for 2022.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Graduates self-reported that the DMSc degree was beneficial for receiving raises, promotions, and new leadership positions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The DMSc degree was considered a positive career benefit by graduates.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":" ","pages":"e16-e19"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142710245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A routine sports physical or something more?","authors":"Andrew Martin, Danielle O'Laughlin","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000158","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"17-19"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An electrolyte disturbance masquerading as a panic attack.","authors":"Anne Wildermuth, Meagan Lantz, Erin Sagers","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000152","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000152","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Because proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are so commonly used, their safety and potential adverse reactions often are not considered. This article describes a patient whose paresthesias and severe muscle cramps were attributed to panic attacks but actually were caused by hypocalcemia secondary to PPI-induced hypomagnesemia. This case serves as a reminder that PPIs should be used cautiously and appropriately with consideration for regular monitoring of electrolytes and vitamin B12.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"e1-e4"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856337","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Lung cancer.","authors":"Brittany Strelow","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000080","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000080","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"45-46"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856347","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Robynlynn Harwood, Katherine L Reinshagen, Daniel G Deschler
{"title":"What is causing this patient's loss of smell?","authors":"Robynlynn Harwood, Katherine L Reinshagen, Daniel G Deschler","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000174","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000174","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"47-49"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142855465","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Updates on the diagnosis and management of subdural hematoma: Erratum.","authors":"","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000182","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000182","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"e57"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Injectable promethazine in clinics and hospitals: What's the alternative?","authors":"Andrew Overholser, Megan Sizemore, Eric Czech","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000077","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000077","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>The Institute for Safe Medication Practices and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists have advocated for removing all injectable promethazine from inpatient and outpatient settings; however, this drug is still being used despite the risk for tissue necrosis, gangrene, and possible amputation when it inadvertently is given by the subcutaneous or intra-arterial route. This article describes alternative injectable medications that can be selected based on patient comorbidities, indications, and clinician experience.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"15-16"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856345","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ryan D White, Shahpar Najmabadi, Virginia Valentin
{"title":"PA scope of practice reform: History informing the future.","authors":"Ryan D White, Shahpar Najmabadi, Virginia Valentin","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000172","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000172","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>State-level physician associate/assistant (PA) practice regulations have evolved since the profession's inception. The conditions that influence states' adoption of PA regulatory reforms are not fully understood. As some states begin to adopt components of optimal team practice, PAs in other states continue to face significant legal and regulatory practice restrictions. This article describes state economic, demographic, and workforce characteristics and highlights important differences across states that may affect future reform adoption and shape reform outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"e20-e24"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recommended child and adolescent immunization schedule for ages 18 years or younger, United States, 2025.","authors":"","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0001096088.77259.6c","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0001096088.77259.6c","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":"38 1","pages":"e40-e56"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142856352","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Wilms tumor and associated predisposing syndromes and conditions.","authors":"David Meni","doi":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000165","DOIUrl":"10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000165","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Wilms tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, is relatively rare but is the most common renal malignancy in children, accounting for about 5% of all childhood malignancies and 90% of all childhood renal malignancies. Advances in the understanding of the underlying cause and pathophysiology of Wilms tumor have significantly improved the prognosis and survival rates for children with Wilms tumor, but cases may occur sporadically and certain affected patients face higher rates of relapse and morbidity. The most common clinical presentation involves the identification of an abdominal mass or swelling without other signs or symptoms. The nonspecific nature of symptoms that can present can delay timely diagnosis and treatment. Numerous predisposing syndromes are associated with an increased risk for the development of Wilms tumor. Clinicians who recognize these syndromes and other conditions and understand the increased risk can provide the appropriate level of anticipatory guidance and use the optimal screening plan.</p>","PeriodicalId":48728,"journal":{"name":"Jaapa-Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants","volume":" ","pages":"27-33"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142802876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}