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Originally Posted by DeanFL
My first appointment at Pinellas with a doctor is this Monday. I called to schedule about 3 weeks ago, so have no experience yet with any of the doctors or PA's (not "physicians' assistants", but "physician assistants" (more appropriately "physician associates"). I will say something, however, about PA's in general, because my daughter and son-in-law are both PA's, so I am familiar with the training.
After a full, unrelenting year of didactics, the student rotates for another year in various medical disciplines. They have become familiar with all areas of anatomy, physiology and pharmacology during their training. When they go into private practice it is under a doctor's supervision, which allows them to seek advice of the doctor if they are unsure of a set of symptoms. They know your life is in their hands and they don't want to make a mistake.
I have no problem seeing a PA, who is able to spend more time with a patient. Let's face it: This is the direction of healthcare. If the medical condition is beyond the knowledge of the PA, then the doctor will be brought in.
I remember when a doctor would come to the house, but those days are merely fond memories. We need to realize that change, whether for good or bad, is what we have to accept.
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OK, the PA gets more training but a Physician is a medical student for what? 4 years, then an intern for 1 year, a resident for 4 more years? Now whose experience do you want?
I've gone to a Physician here in The Villages who I was told does not see "clinic patients" - I would have to see only PA. Obviously I don't go there. From what I read and this is my opinion,,,,, we all are in for a very rough ride -- I want a physician who listens to me and does not have to worry about inputting into a computer…No answers please, I won't change my mind…