HLTH 4901 & HLTH 4902 Shadowing Experience

Abstract

From a young age, I aspired to enter the healthcare field, with my focus gradually shifting to becoming a Physician Assistant (PA) due to their unique role in patient care. The journey to PA school required not only academic excellence but also substantial hands-on experience. To gain a deeper understanding of the medical field and fulfill the shadowing hours necessary for PA school applications, I completed over 150 hours in two distinct areas: pediatrics and diagnostic radiology. These experiences provided a well-rounded view of healthcare, highlighting the importance of compassionate, family-centered care in pediatrics and the highly technical, procedure-focused realm of diagnostic radiology.