About Us

The Hofstra Northwell Department of Physician Assistant Studies’ mission is to create an interprofessional environment that fosters PA leaders and scholars who deliver empathetic, patient-centered care, and promote inclusivity to the diverse populations they serve.

The vision of the Hofstra Northwell Department of Physician Assistant Studies aspires to be an innovative global leader in the preparation of the next generation of PAs.

•  Lifelong Learning
  The program is committed to promoting the ongoing professional growth and betterment of clinical practice through self-directed learning activities.
• Innovation
  We facilitate learning with a multimodal approach that is creative, interprofessional, collaborative, and student-centered using the most advanced medical resources and technologies that will provide the student with the tools for lifelong learning.
• Collaboration
  The program is committed to fostering a learning environment where students partner with members of an interprofessional healthcare team to promote excellence in patient-centered care.
• Compassion
  We embrace a patient-centered, caring, empathetic approach to the delivery of health care.
• Excellence
  We are committed to preparing clinically competent PAs that excel in their ability to critically think and problem solve to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Leadership
  We inspire our students and faculty to positively influence their professional, institutional, and patient care communities.
• Diversity and Inclusivity
  We instill awareness of and respect for individual cultures by educating our students on the importance of understanding the unique needs of a diverse patient population.
• Professionalism
  We challenge our students to become exemplary PAs by exhibiting respect, integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior in all circumstances.
• Scholarship
  We foster an environment that utilizes evidence-based medicine in clinical practice. We also promote the student and faculty’s contributions to the advancement of scientific knowledge for the betterment of the profession.