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The Down Side of Being A Physician Assistant

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May Allah SWT bless you and keep you close to Him inshaAllah 🤲❤️☪️🕋
Comment from : @fartmanny

The downside:br- Your salary is capped compared to the corporate world, it won't keep up with the inflation Lately salaries have been going down due to insurance reimbursement cuts You'll work more for less pay the more you advance in your PA careerbr- Non-compete doesn't let you change jobs easily (you have to move and start over)br- Staff will treat you with less respect compared to docsbr- Patients will ask you when are you going to finish med school over and over br- You will have to see patients your doc doesn't want to see (medicaid, prisoners, etc)br- You will be called "mid level" even after practicing for decadesbrbrThe Up Side:br- You will have amazing loyal patients who would never trade you for a physicianbr- You will learn medicine and it will improve your own life br- You will have job security (not your particular one, but in general the field is growing, including other countries)br- You will spend a lot less time in school (no residency!)br- You can change specialties more easily than docs if necessary br- You can work part-time and still have a decent income
Comment from : @lilylife4426

I wouldn't down grade the PAs because they know their stuff MDs go to school much longer and some PAs love their flexible schedule as well as spending time with their families PAs make pretty good money especially if they are in a specialty they love to be in PAs have a diverse of knowledge with different practices and aren't stuck in just one field Kudos for PAs because they know their stuff and if they no longer want to be a PA they can become an MD PAs are the highest of RNs, CNAs, LPNs and MAs PAs can manage an office by themselves So you PAs do have prestige, I am thankful of your profession, you all just went to school much less than an MD Proud of PAs, RNs, LPNs, MA and CNAs because they all make a difference as well as putting up with a lot of the slack too 😊🤗🤗
Comment from : @octaviawalker823

I really appreciate you and this video! I believe I have been inspired to peruse PA over PT! Thank you for continuing to spread love and peace be with you
Comment from : @toporisnash1324

As Salamu Alaikum You are an inspiration to me May Allah bless you
Comment from : @nomansland8500

Alhamdullilah
Comment from : @nomansland8500

I’ve always wondered how the work dynamic would exist if a PA hires a MD to work for them
Comment from : @alkalineph9446

I don’t like to be told what to do and what to not! Thank you 😊
Comment from : @aafkssharaf1256

MashaAllah may Allah bless you tremendously
Comment from : @farhatbatool39

Is this Medical Assistant?
Comment from : @syafiqnik3611

Thank you for your service and all the great work you do…:)
Comment from : @edwardjaycocks5497

Thank you so much for this, I can’t speak for everyone but I can speak for myself You’ve helped me a lot today
Comment from : @crism9450

how do some PA-C make 200,000 a year?
Comment from : @Seansyy62

good video
Comment from : @papa_cookies8405

Thank you!
Comment from : @Dmik424

Proud of u
Comment from : @augustinaonuwundijo9580

Hi Dr Omar I am a current high school senior who is working towards becoming a PA Could you elaborate on having more autonomy in rural areas vs urban areas? Are supervising physicians mainly there to answer questions for PAs ?
Comment from : @lauren1921

اللهم بارك الله يحفظك و أهلك و عيالك
Comment from : @amatullahgreen

I love the thing he said towards the end "I can't think of too much downside to being a PA", however, I think the people who choose to go towards the PA profession do not care so much for the prestige and the autonomy is something that comes with experience and trust obviously but this was a great video Does not deter me from pursuing my goal of being a PA
Comment from : @AndresPerez-md9ic

Assalamualaikum and Ramadan Mubarak! I wanted to let you know that you have been an inspiration, mA! Alhamdulilah, I was recently accepted into PA school after 3 application cycles!! I will be definitely incorporating the highlights of your videos into my education and career, inshallah Jazak Allahu kheir ☺️
Comment from : @tuxxithetuxedocat8964

how can I contact you, do you have an email? I am a PA too
Comment from : @marykayandelle

Can you transition from a pharmacist to pa Cuz honestly pharmacy is a dying field and I'm researching pa schools
Comment from : @jlove4eva1234

who the hell wants the responsibility of a doctor anyway 😂
Comment from : @noinoi5949

Hello I’m having trouble to figure out if pa is for me what would be a great way to find out
Comment from : @draiajackson6963

Ma shaa Allah I’m in shaa Allah planning to be a physician assistant
Comment from : @m945

Salaam! JazakAllah kheir for this I needed the extra push for my PA application
Comment from : @Radknafeh

Hello my name is Hussein Abdul Baaki frm ghana pursuing a diploma in Medical laboratory technologycurrently in my final year brPlease i have plans on travelling and studying Physisian assistanship please is there anyway i can contact you?? Please if u have interest in guiding me I wanna kindly drop my email : husseinabdulbaaki@gmailcombrThank you
Comment from : @Ricky_Rozay100

Stay safe brotherAmin
Comment from : @haar1468

mashallah god bless you! I recently dropped Dentistry and thinking of a career switch I've always loved Medicine , so this is definitely one I'm considering
Comment from : @Sarahh_

Hi Omar I am considering the possibility of medical school, but I suffer from crohns disease It's minor, not severe Do you meet other PA's of MD's that have struggled with medical problems while there were going through med school?
Comment from : @geddon436

Thank you
Comment from : @marieslittlekitchen1020

I am still not sure I want to do this job as the Prerequisites are hard and use a lot of time to do it Inshallah I figure out what I really want to do I want to be an actor, own rental properties, a boxer, salesman, or a physician assistant I really don’t know what to do and this life gives me one chance I can’t change it I just hope I choose right inshallah I need to get my relationship with Allah much stronger
Comment from : @spicyshizz2850

Sir, will I get jobs in the gulf??
Comment from : @sairaarif233

I respect your character, work ethic, and priorities However, Jesus is the one true Lord of all! I pray that He reveals Himself to you, friend God Bless you
Comment from : @nuclearmusic77

Hi Omar! thank you for your video I am interested in going to PA school and I would like a little guidance
Comment from : @artedeverasstudio7739

Omar, you represent us PA'S well Be of Good Courage Thanks
Comment from : @jb8728

Sir I don't know you but I can feel your kindness seeping out of this video!!! Stay blessed!!!
Comment from : @newnaturel137

Awesome man! No downside just niche!
Comment from : @proplayer341

Can a pa work part time
Comment from : @iiitsnoor

Are you applying to med school? I’m a fellow PA myself
Comment from : @blaakcoffee

When completing your prerequisite courses for PA school, did they ask for healthcare experience? If yes which job positions would you recommend cuz I was thinking of becoming a nurse before PA just to get through paying off the debt
Comment from : @samg8452

have u ever had a patient that said to you " i want to see a doctor instead"
Comment from : @handeepsingh8279

Nice video and a very positive spirit Are there schools that offer online PA degrees? Also can a physical therapist go for PA training? Thanks
Comment from : @Avant-garde3240

Walikom As'Salam !!!
Comment from : @SayedI313

If anything many patients prefer to see a pa because pa’s now have better bedside manners I read a study that 55 of doctors are not satisfied with their job I myself am conflicted between pa and md
Comment from : @ashleynicole8757

Pls, is their any way I can contact you I am not in instagram
Comment from : @Footballstories00

I want nothing more than to become a PA I wish there were more black PA’s in my area that I could talk to and possibly have a mentor ive never seen a black clinician before so thank god for YouTube !
Comment from : @nathanieljackson8951

He better be on a break 🤔🤗
Comment from : @jennifferane3951

0:29-1:15🙌Yes, Amen!! Praise our creator for giving you this wisdom brother! Now, back to this awesome video You were preaching the good word on that day, awesome content👏👏👏
Comment from : @nikkistahr7105

Are PAs considered doctors? Like can you say you're a doctor?
Comment from : @Lmubaraka

Thank you for such nice videos Lots of respect to you sir
Comment from : @rickysingh2k11

Can we be PA after Md program, in case not passing usmle 2?
Comment from : @issaemirardakuly9006

you seem like such a nice guy! thanks for the video!
Comment from : @jordand930

please your email does not work Do you have a more current email address?
Comment from : @RosalynAbankwah

Alhamdulillah May Allah continue to bless you and your family 👍🏾
Comment from : @tumer8326

Thank you Dr Abdul-Malik You are an inspiration May God bless you!
Comment from : @babeleemedi

I'm glad that you are struggling to think about the downsides of being a PA!brI am taking pre-req courses now to apply to PA programs, but I am still wondering if I should go for itbrThank you for making this video!
Comment from : @sugarcoder

PA can practice sole in some states
Comment from : @waynejohnson2894

Do you still have time for family and a hobby as a PA? My biggest worry is that I won't have time for family, hobby/entertainment (not a lot), or exercise and that I'll be over-stressed! Thank you for the video as well!
Comment from : @centuryfiles9558

Thanks for the video boss!
Comment from : @mattball7074

Mashallahyou are the best man! brMay Allah bless you Ameen
Comment from : @joellekhan9643

You’re priorities sir are aligned correctly
Comment from : @mathu991

PA vs NP who in your honest opinion is smarter?
Comment from : @X3GibbleX3

Still is great to feel the satisfaction to help people and see that you made a difference in their lives
Comment from : @C3yl0

Thank you so much!!! I'm actually stuck deciding between Physician Assistant or Pathology Assistant I really like the idea of doing autopsies and specializing in that, but I also like the idea of patient care Do you know of any Physician Assistants in Pathology? I'm trying to prepare for either and applying for a 2020 program
Comment from : @samiaj9458

Brother Omar u remind me so much of myself about a year ago I was interested in Hospital Pharmacy now after watching your videos and learning more about Physician Assistant I have switched Right now I work as a pharmacy technician at Walmart it isn't easy by any means My question for u sir if I want to be a Physician Assistant someday am I wasting my time being a pharmacy technician? I would really appreciate the advice
Comment from : @biochemp3347

Great video! I agree with you and really promote the PA field when I speak to students or anyone interested in PA vs MD
Comment from : @palife9782

I know some have even stated that PAs do not get respect and tossed away as assistants or patients may not understand the role of a PA and refuse service Healthcare administration is good if you are a nurse (double duty for less pay) It looks like you love your job many cannot say that one Peace be with you
Comment from : @pcdihealth

Plz reply brDifference between PA and nurse
Comment from : @musicstudiosindia

Hey I subscribed! I’m currently considering being a physician assistant one day I’m getting a bachelors in zoology, and that’s kind of a possible back up plan if I can’t find a stable job as a wildlife biologist/ zoologist etcbut before applying to pa school ( for a masters) you need to have a experience in the healthcare industry right?
Comment from : @thedarkness3371

Assalamu alaikum Dr Abdul-Malik, is it possible for me to email you directly I have a Masters in Health and PhDc but I am a Mom of 4 children How can I do it all? JazakaAllahu kheirun
Comment from : @maryamkhalifabenkhadra3269

Hows the demand for PAs? Especially in the NOVA/DC area?
Comment from : @resyd4i4

Hey Dr Omar, I was wondering if you could help my situation, I’m a stroke survivor, I have no control of my left side, little control in left arm or leg, what I’m asking for help, with if you could help use your web celebrity status to get me in a stem cell trial? Stem cell trial 623 the lead doctor is Gary stein berg Stanford Thanks in advance?
Comment from : @channghiem5012

Have you experienced anything you’d consider supernatural?, say you meet a patient diagnosed with metal problems, able to speak in tongue, levitate?
Comment from : @channghiem5012

What is the most disturbing thing you’ve experienced as a PA?
Comment from : @channghiem5012

Thanks for the insight! Keep it up
Comment from : @channghiem5012

Ur wife is blessed to have a husband like urself a man that is focus on being a good husband n father n being a servent of Allah Alhumdullilah 😃😃😃😃😀
Comment from : @aminah761

How does a PA become a MD? How long?
Comment from : @dengkuer9461

Hiwill advanced pg diploma in Physician assistant creates good career for me as I have completed my bachelor's in life sciences?
Comment from : @abilashreddy7021

Alhumdullilah this is a great field 😄 a lot of good deeds
Comment from : @aminah761

This helped me a lot! I'm a woman looking into being a PA, but I know I want to be a parent Do you think being a PA allows you to have more time with your family than per say a doctor? Thank you for your time!
Comment from : @nataliechristine6995

Thank you for taking the time to share this information, I've really been battling between the two, your video has helped me put things into context Thank you!
Comment from : @raqsonracks123

Downsides of being a PA: 1 Less prestige 2 Hard glass ceiling and lower salary (comparative to physician) 3 Being called assistant and pts not knowing what to call you 4 You are not the boss
Comment from : @Jake-tz6ye

You're an inspiration !
Comment from : @scooper923

Dear sir, brThank you a lot for this video! I’ve been waivwrinf back and forth on which way to go in terms of medicine You definitely solidified that PA school is the way to go Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with us!
Comment from : @sharonsharon5021