Iatrogenic Psychosis- “First, Do No Harm”

I recently treated a patient who reminded me that even well-intentioned providers can cause harm, and of the importance of working through a differential diagnosis. This is particularly vital in the field of psychiatry, where each body system, as well as the environment, can interact to cause severe and life threatening symptoms. Psychosis is a…

Telemedicine on the Rise

Telemedicine is now an integral part of our health care system. While the widespread use of telemedicine came about due to the spreading of the novel coronavirus, telemedicine’s new role will remain even after the presumed eventual resolution of COVID-19. This is because we had numerous reasons to use telehealth on a widespread basis before…

You Got the Degree! You’re on Your Own

You made it! Your hard work has paid off. Now that you’re not a student anymore and are entering the workforce, you’re more on your own than you realize. Here’s some advice from a physician assistant who has been in the workforce for a year. Introduce yourself to everyone. Don’t wait to be introduced. And…

6 Valuable Websites for PA Job Search

Lylestaffing.com  The Lyle Group and the National Provider Matching Program have partnered together to offer premier placement services for Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. ZipRecruiter.com  The resume and CV management sections of the website are the best of the best and the job search is quick, relevant and feature rich. Indeed.com  One of best sites for finding PA…