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Originally Posted by Woody38
The NP and PA are not the same category. Yes the PA is a 2 1/2 year course accompanied by actual work in a hospital kind of like a residency. The NP may or may not have any connection with a hospital. Mass General has an NP program so on sight teaching goes along with class. However if doing an NP program at Boston College I do not believe a hospital is involved. Yes all md's are not perfect although they are supposed to be. Remember for any profession, Half of the class is in the bottom of the class. Sometimes some in the bottom half make better Dr's.
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To piggy back on the above last sentence 'Half of the class is in the bottom of the class. Sometimes some in the bottom half make better Dr's.'
What do you call a person that graduates at the bottom of their medical class?
Answer ----------> DOCTOR !
IMHO, every NP I've had in the past has been more personable, conscience, dedicated to my personal health than most MD's I've had. I wouldn't hesitate using an NP. In most cases the NP in a medical practice has the ability to consult with an MD in the same office, should the need arise.