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Michael in Chicago, Illinois

33 months ago

I am interested in pursuing PA school and am looking for PAs to shadow in Chicago. I'm also looking for advice on what sort of employment or volunteer experiences to look for that will give me experience with direct patient contact. Any advice is appreciated!

Thanks!

Michael

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medina in Chicago, Illinois

33 months ago

Usually, PA's most commonly are previous EMT's, nurses, radiologists, etc. I'd recommend at least an associate degree in Nursing, which will give you that patient care, if not a nursing assistant position at least. and of course working as an EMT would help too...anything that gives you direct patient care such as those would help. I am a nursing student and i am also planning on going into the PA program.....and nursing really helps to put things into perspective and allows me to gain knowledge in regards to patient care.

Take care and good luck!

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CASSANDRA VU in CHICAGO

28 months ago

Michael in Chicago, Illinois said: I am interested in pursuing PA school and am looking for PAs to shadow in Chicago. I'm also looking for advice on what sort of employment or volunteer experiences to look for that will give me experience with direct patient contact. Any advice is appreciated!

Thanks!

Michael

michaelgriggsATgmailDOTcom

Hi, did you find any PAs in the Chicago area? I'm also looking for PAs in chicago but having a hard time to find one. Can you help me out?

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Michael in Chicago, Illinois

28 months ago

I still haven't found anyone to shadow in Chicago. Not sure where to turn...sorry I can't be of more help.

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Kait in Frankfort, Illinois

26 months ago

Contact IAPA, let them know you're a student looking to shadow PAs. They will forward you a list of mentors that may be willing to help. I didn't have too much luck with the list, but you could give it a try. I had to network through my contacts from U of I in order to secure some shadowing time.

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Sam in Naperville, Illinois

20 months ago

Hi, I am a high school Senior at Naperville North. I am interested in pursuing my career in Medical Field. For that I am doing some volunteer work at hospitals...But, can anyone get me any advice/information about shadowing a Physician in Chicago Area? Any help would be appreciated...

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