On The PAth

Ep. 8 - Day in the Life of a Critical Care/Aesthetic Medicine PA in New York City with Olivia Juliani, PA-C

On this episode of On The PAth, we’re in the Big Apple with Olivia Juliani, PA-C, who brings her dual expertise in critical care and aesthetic medicine to the mic. We dive into what it’s really like to be a PA in critical care — from scope of practice to common procedures — and explore the unique job landscape for PAs in New York City. Olivia also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at aesthetic medicine: how the field has exploded in recent years, what PAs can do, and what it takes to thrive.

Ep. 7 - Emergency Medicine Survival Guide with Dr. Kathryn Jones, DScPAS, PA-C and Ian Fair

On this episode of On The PAth, Dr. Kathy Jones PA-C joins us for an inside look into Boston's emergency medicine departments.  With 20 years of experience in emergency medicine, we get a true look into what really goes on behind the scenes. We discuss all about how to prepare for an ED rotation as a PA-S, what new grad life is like starting in the ED, and how emergency departments across the country have changed over the past two decades. Friend of the pod Ian Fair also returns to join the conversation.

Ep. 6 - The Pre-PA Playbook with Jess Souther and Avery Whitehead

On this episode of On The PAth, Jess and Avery give us some insight into the Pre-PA process. Balancing personal statements, figuring out where to apply, and preparing for interviews is tough. We discuss what interview questions might be asked, how to edit your personal statement, as well as deciding between other professions in medicine vs PA school. We compare our overall Pre-PA journeys and how they differed.

Ep. 5 - Social, Physical and Mental Health Crash Course for the PA Student with Madalynn Planty and Emily Brenman

This week on the PAth, we have Madalynn Planty and Emily Brenman come to the studio to talk about three very important pillars of health: Social, Physical and Mental. We discuss the ins and outs of making friends in PA school, finding time to make healthy and quality meals, and prioritize your mental health. We also discuss healthy sleeps habits and ways to combat burnout.

Ep. 4 - PA School Admissions and Life of a Gastroenterology/Hospitalist PA with Dr. Matthew McDonald, PA-C and Simon Dreisbach

We have a very special guest on the podcast, Dr. Matthew McDonald, PA-C, a member of our faculty and practicing hospitalist medicine PA. Matt plays an integral role in deliberation and acceptance to our PA program, so we get the inside scoop on what the faculty look for. Matt also walks us through a day in his life as a (former) gastroenterology physician assistant, and (current) hospitalist physician assistant. We also get an in depth look of what roles physician assistants played on the front lines of the COVID-19 Pandemic in March of 2020. Simon Dreisbach joins us as well for riveting discussion about PA school admissions and life in school.