physicians' assistants

Introduces readers to a career as a physician assistant, providing a job description and discussing education, training, and job opportunities. Firsthand interviews with professionals give readers a perspective into the daily lives of those currently working in the field.

Provides an overview of career opportunities in the twenty-first century for physicians' assistants and nurses, and discusses education and training.

Provides an overview of the physician assistant field, discussing what it takes to succeed as a physician's assistant, and looks at the different types of jobs available, with information on training and salaries, and lists of professional and support organizations.

Describes the role of the physician assistant and how to enter the field.