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Your guide to being a Physician Assistant in Canada. With resources for Prospective Physician Assistant students and practicing Physician Assistants.
Canadian PA
2y ago
Combating Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome in Your Pre-PA Journey
This post was inspired by all the Pre-PAs that have written and messaged me asking for tips on how to handle the uncertainty and self-doubt that comes with admissions. Here I share a few tips on how to combat self-doubt and imposter syndrome during your Pre-PA Journey.
Imposter syndrome is NOT a reflection of your self-efficacy and capabilities as an individual. It commonly affects higher-achievers and may be more associated with perfectionists.
And in speaking with Pre-PAs, it seems to be a common theme that is not often tal ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH ZANDHIR
Accepted! Manitoba Master of PA Studies Student Zandhir (@pa_sibs)
Zandhir is a first year Manitoba Master of PA Studies Student! He runs an IG account documenting his PA journey along with his sister Shavira, follow them @pa_sibs!
Zandhir’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
Manitoba Master of PA Studies
Education:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Integrative Biology (Major), minor in microbiology
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Pre-PA GPA:
4.05 out of 4.5 on the Manitoba GPA scale
My Interests and Hobbies:
Worked ~2 years as an occupational therapist in ac ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH MIYO
Accepted! Manitoba MPAS Student Miyo (@theshortandsweetpa)
Miyo is a first-year Manitoba MPAS Student and here she shares some tips for prospective students looking to apply to Manitoba’s PA program. You can follow Miyo’s journey through PA school on Instagram @theshortandsweetpa.
Miyo’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
Manitoba Master of PA Studies, Class of 2023
Education:
Bachelors in Psychology
Bachelor in Health Sciences (80 credits)
Early Childhood Education
Montessori Education
GPA
4.0 out of 4.5 on the Manitoba GPA Scale
Work Experiences
COVID-19 Vacc ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH SHAVIRA
Accepted! Manitoba MPAS Student Shavira (@pa_sibs)
Shavira is a first year Manitoba Master of PA Studies student! Shavira is a successful reapplicant. Here she shares her journey to securing admission to PA school!
Shavira’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
Manitoba Master of PA Studies
Education:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Genetics (honours), minor in mathematics
Honours thesis project completed through CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB) on the genetics of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, for which I received a first-author publication in BMC Cancer
Master of Scien ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
Misuse of the PA Title on Job Postings
Please Note: Your Job Posting advertises for a Physician Assistant / IMG and inappropriately uses the title “Physician Assistant”. “Physician Assistant” is a distinct role that is not interchangeable with the term “International Medical Graduate (IMG)”.
The title of “Physician Assistant” is protected, and should only be used in job postings, contracts, etc. when hiring a qualified PA with the necessary education and requirements.
Why you cannot use the term “Physician Assistant” when hiring specifically for an IMG
Under Bill 283, PAs will be regulat ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH EMILIE
Accepted! McMaster PA Student Emilie
Emilie is a first year McMaster PA Student, as part of Class of 2023! Emily got into McMaster’s PA program after 2 years of undergraduate study. She was initially interested in pursuing Pharmacy, but upon stumbling upon the PA profession, she found the role and scope of practice better fit her goals for practice in health care. Continue reading to learn more about Emily!
Emilie’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
Applied only to McMaster (and was accepted!)
# of Application Cycles:
One
Education:
University of Waterloo, Hon ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH LAURAL
Accepted! Manitoba Masters of PA Studies Laural (@lkthepa)
Laural is a first-year PA Student at the University of Manitoba’s Masters of PA Studies (MPAS) program. You can follow her journey at @lkthepa.
Laural’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
University of Manitoba Masters of PA Studies
Education:
My undergraduate degree (with honours) is in nursing from the University of Manitoba.
I also completed my primary care paramedic certification through the Justice Institute of BC.
GPA:
4.03 out of 4.5 on the Manitoba GPA Scale
Health Care Experience Hours:
My he ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH CASEY
Accepted! Casey, UofT BScPA Student (@caseytheypa)
Casey is an incoming University of Toronto BScPA Student. You can follow her journey at @caseythepa.
Casey’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
University of Toronto, PA Consortium
Education:
University of Western Ontario – Bachelor of Health Sciences in Major Rehabilitation Sciences
For my undergrad, I took a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science with a Major in Rehabilitation Sciences. I took this because I knew I wanted to be in a health-related field, but I was unsure of what exactly I wanted to do. This gave m ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH ERIC
Accepted! McMaster PA Student Eric (@ericthepa)
Eric is an incoming McMaster PA Student. You can follow his journey at @ericthepa.
Eric’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
McMaster PA Education Program
GPA:
3.84 out of 4.0 on OMSAS
Education:
Specialized Honours in Biomedical Sciences @ York University
Fun Facts about Eric:
Favourite class in undergrad: Organic Chemistry
Favourite Author: P.G. Wodehouse
Favourite Sports: Biking, Mixed Martial Arts, Basketball, Swimming
Medical Specialties of Interest: Plastics/Dermatology and Emergency Medicine
N ..read more
Canadian PA
2y ago
PA STUDENTS • WITH KRISTINE
Accepted! McMaster PA Student Kristine (@pa.ontheway)
Kristine is an incoming McMaster PA Student. You can follow her journey at @pa.ontheway.
Kristine’s Pre-PA Stats
Accepted:
McMaster PA Education Program
Education:
Dip. Fitness & Health Promotion, St. Lawrence College – Kingston
(In Progress upon Acceptance) BHSc Health Sciences, Queen’s University
GPA:
3.63 out of 4.0 on OMSAS scale
Health Care Experience Hours:
< 400 hours
During my 2-year college program we had 2 200 hour mandatory placements of our choosing. I h ..read more