undergrad1 Posted June 22, 2020 Share Posted June 22, 2020 Hello! I am an undergrad student who is considering applying to PA school. I was wondering if it's possible for PAs to do research and/or teach, like MDs can? I have read that it is more common for PAs who also have PhDs to do research, than "just" PAs. Is there anyone here that is a PA that does research or knows PAs that do research and/or teach? Thank you in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsbabysky Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 Most MDs with research labs are MD/PhDs, but certainly not all. Most research is performed by a PhD scientist. If you'd really like to pursue a career in research, consider a pathway which includes a PhD. If you're still an undergrad, I recommend volunteering in a research lab on campus or a summer research program. Research isn't for everyone. By teaching, what type of coursework? PA classes? Or a science? Science courses at university are generally taught by a PhD, sometimes a M.S. (especially at a community college). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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