Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted July 31, 2016 Moderator Share Posted July 31, 2016 While I understand many people on this forum are not a fan of this program, it still intrigues me. I'm curious if anyone is attending this fall, which I believe is when the first class is matriculating. I've noticed they seem to have removed the EM, FM, IM, or education track for a just a pure educational or clinical track. Would like to hear your experiences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicinePower Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Speaking as a current PA student I can't see the benefit unless it is truly an accredited PA->MD bridge program. I've looked through and read the entire curriculum they have posted and it seems to completely repeat the existing PA medical education. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDayBFL Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 One of my preceptors (a PA who had been practicing for ~15 years) applied and was admitted, but then pulled out when he learned the total cost was $113,000 and that isn't counting travel expenses for the on-site curriculum. I think he ended up going with an Education doctorate that was about 1/3 the cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted August 1, 2016 Author Moderator Share Posted August 1, 2016 Speaking as a current PA student I can't see the benefit unless it is truly an accredited PA->MD bridge program. I've looked through and read the entire curriculum they have posted and it seems to completely repeat the existing PA medical education. Looking at Med school curriculum on the surface would look like a repeat. It's all about depth. Further, there will never be a true PA to MD bridge that is less than 3 years. That's beside the purpose of this topic though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted August 1, 2016 Author Moderator Share Posted August 1, 2016 One of my preceptors (a PA who had been practicing for ~15 years) applied and was admitted, but then pulled out when he learned the total cost was $113,000 and that isn't counting travel expenses for the on-site curriculum. I think he ended up going with an Education doctorate that was about 1/3 the cost.Oh really? Didn't realize it was all on site. Also interesting as they list the entire cost as half that. Thanks for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizzyJ Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 The web site says What is the cost?Tuition for the entire program is $48,000. See the Tuition / Financial Aid section for more details. It shows $785 per credit hour Also states the majority is taught online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator ventana Posted August 1, 2016 Moderator Share Posted August 1, 2016 what about lynchburg... thats has my interest..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktheshark89 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Yes lynchburg looks very interesting. I heard rumblings about drexel starting a program also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted August 2, 2016 Author Moderator Share Posted August 2, 2016 The web site says What is the cost?Tuition for the entire program is $48,000. See the Tuition / Financial Aid section for more details. It shows $785 per credit hour Also states the majority is taught online. This was my understanding as well which is why I was surprised. The Lynchburg program could be interesting, but I'll reserve judgement until I see a curriculum. I see they are focusing on policy and education. I'm looking for something that will add to my clinical practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyM2 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 While I understand many people on this forum are not a fan of this program, it still intrigues me. I'm curious if anyone is attending this fall, which I believe is when the first class is matriculating. I've noticed they seem to have removed the EM, FM, IM, or education track for a just a pure educational or clinical track. Would like to hear your experiences.Are you interested in going there? I thought you were already a PA-C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted August 16, 2016 Author Moderator Share Posted August 16, 2016 Are you interested in going there? I thought you were already a PA-C. I was intrigued, but I can't attend for quite some time due to my military contract. More interested if it's gaining traction or if it's going to be a dud. It's not an entry level program, nor is it even inside the PA program. It's a doctorate put on by the medical school for PAs who've been in practice for at least 3 years. Let me know if I can clarify anything else for you, Tim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinntsp Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 48k is too expensive imo. I don't want to be in debt forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccilliamly Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 I talked to somebody there about what the program is actually about. It is not purely an educational tract despite how it may seem. In fact the purpose of it is to provide doctors for family medicine in rural areas. Tennessee is all for it, other states who knows. Upon graduation you are a Doctor and may practice independently, depending on what your state allows. In theory a residency for specialty work could be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator LT_Oneal_PAC Posted August 23, 2016 Author Moderator Share Posted August 23, 2016 I talked to somebody there about what the program is actually about. It is not purely an educational tract despite how it may seem. In fact the purpose of it is to provide doctors for family medicine in rural areas. Tennessee is all for it, other states who knows. Upon graduation you are a Doctor and may practice independently, depending on what your state allows. In theory a residency for specialty work could be done. While I believe they are working towards this, I don't think it's the case yet. Legislation is still being pursued. If that does come to pass, I'd be highly interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 I talked to somebody there about what the program is actually about. It is not purely an educational tract despite how it may seem. In fact the purpose of it is to provide doctors for family medicine in rural areas. Tennessee is all for it, other states who knows. Upon graduation you are a Doctor and may practice independently, depending on what your state allows. In theory a residency for specialty work could be done. This is really interesting! I'll look forward to seeing this published somewhere. My opinion, as of now, is that the MD/DO is the ultimate clinical doctorate but that there needs to be some sort of a bridge to allow more experienced PAs the ability to grow their practice, autonomy, reimbursement, etc. without destroying the 'mid-level' option. Wow, I think I have to go wash my mouth out now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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