Advisory Board November 8, 2023
Would you like a healthcare career that allows you to diagnose and treat patients, but you don’t want to spend the time and money to get the education and experience you need to become a physician? If so, you may have thought about becoming a nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA). But what is the difference between a PA and an NP, and how do you know which career path is best for you?
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are both mid-level medical practitioners who have undergone advanced training. They both play vital roles in many hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices and other medical facilities, making a significant impact on people’s health and well-being.
In this article, we explore nurse...