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Physician assistants (PAs), also referred to as physician associates, are nationally certified and state-licensed medical professionals. PAs practice on health care teams with physicians and other providers. Generally, PAs can take medical histories, conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illness, order and interpret tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, counsel on preventative care, assist in surgery and perform certain procedures.

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