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Family & Community MedicinePhysician Assistant ProgramPHYSICIANASSISTANTPROGRAM

America’s PAs contribute tobetter health for millions ofpatients across the country.

“It’s an exciting time to be a PA on a health care team!We have an opportunity to make a difference for ourpatients. It is so satisfying to know, at the end of the day,that your work has true meaning to others.- KATHY JOHNSON, PA-CWELCOMEThe role of Physician Assistant (PA) was created in the 1960s to meet the demand for medical providers. Today, thedemand is just as strong. Across the country over 100,000 Physician Assistants are helping to provide access to qualityhealth care for patients. It is no wonder that the PA profession is projected to grow 30% by 2024. (Bureau of Labor Statistics)The University of New Mexico Physician Assistant Program admits caring people who want to impact the health ofpatients and communities. We value applicants who demonstrate a commitment to service and a desire to increase access tohealth care in rural and underserved New Mexico.Application to the UNM PA Program is highly competitive. Look into the PA profession and PA programs early so thatyou are academically qualified and a strong candidate possessing hands-on patient care experience. Get ready to begin yourrewarding career as a Physician Assistant.

THE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTPhysician Assistants are nationally certifiedand state licensed to practice medicine.PAs diagnose, treat and educate patients,and prescribe medication as a member of ahealth care delivery team. PAs practice in acomprehensive range of medical fields fromprimary care to cardiology to general andspecialty surgical services.PAs make a differencePAs are proven to increase access to medicalcare, improve health outcomes, and increasepatient satisfaction. Health care systems arechanging, and meeting patients’ needs is animportant goal.PAs are meeting the challenge every day.

“The multitude of clinical rotations through PA school definitelylet me experience many different specialties such as dermatology,plastic surgery, internal medicine, OBGYN, etc. When I amready to move on to another specialty, I am confident that thetransition will be smooth.- SASHA SOKOLOWSKI, PA CLASS OF 2014A sound investmentIn addition to being a rewarding career, Physician Assistants enjoymany benefits.A PA degree is a focused program that gets you working in your Median Salary 93,800Median Bonus 5,000Receive Bonus54.2%AAPA Salary Survey 2015field sooner and with less cost than a MD degree. UNM PAsreceive a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies andpractice in every medical and surgical setting and specialty.These health care professionals enjoy excellent job stability, earncompetitive wages, and enjoy flexibility when choosing a healthcareer after graduation.84.1% of PAs would choosetheir career over again.

UNM PA PROGRAM - THE RIGHT CHOICEYou receive focused attentionYou will impact your communityYou will travel your 27-month journey to becoming aUnless you choose to do an elective rotation elsewhere, yourPhysician Assistant as part of a cohesive group of 17clerkship experiences will take place in New Mexico. Ourstudents supported by our dedicated team of facultyfocus on local practice helps keep the overall cost of yourwho are practicing PA clinicians/educators.UNM PA education lower than other programs in the region.You receive a quality educationThroughout nine full months of clinical rotations, you willThe UNM ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant Programgain hands-on experience with both large academic healthis uniquely integrated with the UNM School of Medicine,center inpatient teams, and in rural settings where you andwhich gives you additional access to resources, mentors, andyour preceptor will provide critical health care to underservednationally-recognized faculty. In fact, you will share yourpopulations in our state.didactic learning, classroom, and laboratory experiencesalongside first and second-year medical students.Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS)At the end of your journey you will be ready to move forwardThroughout your education you will learn in modernwith confidence. The UNM PA Program produces physicianmedical facilities including the Health Care Simulationassistants who are highly successful in passing their PANCECenter and the anatomy lab. You will participate in acertifying exam and securing a job upon graduation.wide variety of hands-on learning including activeprosection and simulated patient experiences.

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As one of the fastestgrowing professions, PAswere ranked the mostpromising job of 2015 byForbes.com.

“Learning and working alongside the medical school studentshas also been an incredible experience – the mutual respect,collaboration, and support more than speaks for itself.- KRISTIN CAPLAN, PA-S, PA CLASS OF 2016.OUR STUDENTSAcademic ExcellenceAverage Math & Science GPA: 3.69Average Overall GPA: 3.68Average Health Care Hours: 6,09476%24%AdmissionsApplications: 350 - 400Interviewed: 51Matriculated: 17 (per year)Health care hours range: 578 – 50,100Average GRE General Test Scores:Verbal: 151Quantitative: 150Analytical: 3.9AgeStudents range from 22-57 years.Average 28.788%Resident

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSUndergraduate degreeYou must have completed a four-year baccalaureate degreein the field of your choice from an institution accreditedby the Commission on Colleges of a Regional AccreditingOrganization prior to application.Typical majors are biology, chemistry and biochemistry.However, it is important you choose a degree that interestsyou, you excel in, and includes required prerequisite coursesin your degree program.Minimum GPA requirementsOur Admissions Committee closely examines your academictranscript for evidence that you are capable of successfullycompleting graduate-level work. 3.0 - Science & Math GPACalculated from pre-requisite science and math courses 3.0 - Overall GPACalculated from the most recent 60 creditsGraduate Record Examination (GRE)Official scores of the GRE within the last 5 years aredirectly reported from ETS to CASPA code 7347.We will not accept scores reported directly to UNM.Required prerequisite courses General Biology/Molecular Cell Biology with lab*General Chemistry I & II with lab*Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab*StatisticsPsychologyEnglish - courses must be taken in U.S.* Important NotesThe University of New Mexico Physician Assistant Program AdmissionCommittee historically has required that all prerequisite courses becompleted by August 1 of the application year. Though this remainspreferable, beginning with the 2017 admissions cycle, applicants will beconsidered for admissions with one prerequisite course outstanding. Thiscourse must be completed with a B grade or better by December of theapplication year. Applicants chosen for admission, who do not completethe prerequisite course with the required grade, will forfeit their admissionsstatus and will be required to reapply. Prerequisite courses denoted with an* must be completed within the last 10 years. Additionally, all prerequisitecourses must be completed with grades of ‘C’ or better. Pass/Fail (CR/NC)grading and courses for which credit was awarded by examination only arenot acceptable toward any of the prerequisite courses.We strongly recommend that prerequisite science courses be limited to amaximum of two on-line courses. Under unique and special circumstances- active military deployment, living and working in a remote area that doesnot have a regionally accredited institution - we will consider, on a case-bycase basis, accepting more than two on-line courses.

Highly recommended coursesYou can strengthen your application by completing onecourse (4 semester credit hours) from each of the sevenhighly recommended course categories listed below. Allhighly recommended courses must be taken within the last10 years and must be completed with a grade of B- or better. Microbiology with lab or Virology Organic Chemistry with lab / Integrated Organic &Clinical experienceCompetitive applicants are required to have a minimumof 500 hours* of direct patient care experience in eithera patient care setting or a significant community careenvironment. Preference is given to applicants havingexperience that requires a period of training and results indirect (hands-on) patient care. Examples include: EMT, Paramedic, Registered Nurse,Biochemistry Biochemistry / Biological ChemistryGenetics / Molecular Genetics / Molecular Cell BiologyImmunologyNutritionRegional Language(Spanish, Native Language, Vietnamese or Sign)Volunteer experienceCommunity service and/or medical or non-medical crosscultural experiences strengthen your application. Medical Assistant, CNA, ER Tech, Physical TherapyAide, Medical Scribe, Personal Care Provider.Hours associated with the completion of academicdegrees, certifications, or training will not count.*Must be completed no later than August 1 of the application year.Letters of recommendationYou are required to submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation. We suggest that applicants submit one letterfrom a personal reference and two from clinicians (preferablyan MD/DO or PA/NP) who have known you for six monthor longer who can speak to your ability to be a PA; specifically, your clinical abilities, and your problem solving, criticalthinking and interpersonal skills.Physician Assistant Program

PAs lower health care costs, deliver qualitycare and expand access to care – in allsettings and specialties.No wonder it is one of the mostpromising jobs in the nation.

“UNM PA students are integrated with our medicalstudents from the first days of their education. This meansthat they’re comfortable learning together and practicingtogether after graduation.- ART KAUFMAN, MDVICE CHANCELLOR FOR COMMUNITY HEALTHPROFESSOR OF FAMILY & COMMUNITY MEDICINETIMELINEFINANCIAL AIDAugust 1 - CASPA application due September - Supplemental applications are emailed toProgram Tuition and Fees* qualified applicantsNovember - Top 10-20% of applicants are invited for aninterviewDecember - 17 students are selected for the incoming classto begin the following JuneQUESTIONS?A PA Program Advisor is available to help you, answer yourquestions, and discuss details specific to your application.NM Residents 51,885 Non-residents 77,032* For the 27-month program, effective fall 2016.All tuition and fees are subject to change annuallyby action of the UNM Board of Regents.Make your appointment with UNM School ofMedicine Financial Aid professionals for: federal financial aid federal direct student loans loan-for-service programsSchedule a phone or in-person appointment online.MAKE AN APPOINTMENTVISIT OUR WEB SITE505.272.8008VISIT OUR WEB SITE

Physician Assistant ProgramThe University of New Mexico Physician Assistant Program2701 Frontier NE MSC09 5040 1 University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001

Family & Community Medicine PROGRAM Physician Assistant Program. America’s PAs contribute to better health for millions of patients across the country. WELCOME The role of Physician Assistant (PA) was created in the 1960s to meet the demand for medical providers. Today, the

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