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Apply to the PA Program

Admission to the Duke PA Program is competitive.
Learn about the prerequisites you will need.

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The PA Program Curriculum

The first program year is devoted to pre-clinical studies and the remaining year is clinical rotations.

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Student Life

Students in the Duke PA program have a long tradition of taking time out of their busy schedules.

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Second Year Student Heather Morgan

Second Year Student Life:
Heather Morgan's Blog

"Remember each day will bring forth new challenges and I am confident that these challenges will help us become astute clinicians."  read more...

The Birthplace of the PA Profession

Welcome to the Duke PA Program, birthplace of the physician assistant profession. Our web site is your complete source for information about the PA Program and the admissions process.

The Duke Physician Assistant Program’s mission is to educate caring, competent primary care physician assistants who practice evidence-based medicine, are leaders in the profession, dedicated to their communities, culturally sensitive, and devoted to positive transformation of the health care system.

Learn more about the experience and interests of our faculty and students, and review detailed information about our curriculum. You'll also find resources for alumni and friends of the Duke PA Program, and PA Division postgraduate and multidisciplinary programs.