Physician Associate/Assistant

The Physician Associate/Assistant bachelor's degree program at Rush University is offered by this private nonprofit institution located in Chicago, IL. The program is classified under the physician assistant field (CIP 51.0912) and prepares students to provide diagnostic and therapeutic patient care services under the supervision of licensed physicians across a range of clinical specialties.

Rush University also offers related programs including bachelor's degrees in Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist, as well as associate's degrees in Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Students in the Physician Associate/Assistant program can expect coursework and clinical rotations covering medical sciences, physical examination, clinical reasoning, and patient management.