KUAR | By Daniel Breen
Physician assistants are being celebrated for their contribution to the healthcare field in Arkansas.
Gov. Asa Hutchinson proclaimed Friday as Physician Assistant Day in the state, coinciding with National PA Week running until Oct. 12.
Speaking at the state Capitol, Hutchinson said he supports expanding the number of schools training new PAs in the state.
“I know there’s a great need out there, simply because that’s what’s driving costs up… and if we are able to expand the pool, then that in and of itself will help level out some of the [costs] perhaps,” Hutchinson said.
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Gov. Asa Hutchinson holds a proclamation declaring Arkansas Physician Assistant Day, joined by members of the Arkansas Academy of Physician Assistants.