Canadian PAs vs. American PAs: Two Systems, One Profession

Podcast Description

Canada and the United States have two very different healthcare systems—but physician assistants are playing an increasingly important role in both.

In this episode of PA Playbook, we sit down with Ryan Bennett, President of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants, to explore how PA practice differs between Canada and the United States.

We'll discuss education, regulation, scope of practice, prescribing, physician relationships, compensation, workforce growth, rural healthcare, access to care, and the future of the PA profession on both sides of the border.

Most importantly, we'll ask: What can Canadian and U.S. PAs learn from one another?

Guest: Ryan Bennett, CCPA, President, Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Host: Eileen Ravella, PAC, DFAAPA, DMS