Goals of the Physician Assistant Program Pleasantville

  1. Attract an academically qualified, diverse student body with special consideration for those from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
  2. Equip students with the evidence-based knowledge and skills necessary to become competent and compassionate physician assistants.
  3. Cultivate collaborative and patient-centered care through integrated interprofessional training experiences.
  4. Promote cultural awareness and sensitivity to the needs of diverse patients and communities.
  5. Empower students to participate in the delivery of medical care to diverse and underserved populations.
  6. Encourage professional involvement, leadership and service.