Online Physician Assistant Shadowing Program

Join 1:1 live, online shadowing sessions with PAs who work at the nation’s top hospitals and medical centers. Earn 60 hours of shadowing experience to include on your CASPA application and a personalized recommendation letter from your PA advisor.

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Pre-PA Students Who Enroll In Our Shadowing Program Have Been Accepted to the Nation’s Top PA Programs

Meet a Few of the PAs You’ll Shadow

Oresta Borodevyc

Rutgers University
PA Program

Oresta graduated from Rutgers University’s PA program, and her years of coaching and admissions experience inform her approach to mentorship. She was awarded the prestigious National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship, which, upon graduation, allowed her to give back to an underserved health professional shortage area (HPSA) in the Bronx, NY. Currently, Oresta serves as a dermatology PA-C at Metro Dermatology. Her mentorship journey began with her participation in the Physician Assistant Shadowing Program (PASSPoRT) at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Rebekah Blankenship

Charleston Southern University PA Program

Rebekah attended the Charleston Southern University PA program, where she graduated with a perfect GPA, earned the Academic Excellence Award, and was recognized as the top graduate in her class. A nationally certified and clinically active PA, Rebekah practices in pediatric surgery and internal medicine/hospitalist care at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital. She also serves as a preceptor and clinical faculty mentor, working directly with pre-PA students, PA students, medical students, and residents.

Deniece Batichon

Eastern Virginia Medical School PA Program

Deniece graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School’s (EVMS) PA program and is a board-certified PA with a clinical foundation in emergency medicine, urgent care, telehealth, and medication-assisted treatment. Currently practicing in multiple care settings across the U.S., Deniece brings real-world insight and energy to her role as a mentor, offering students clarity and connection as they learn and develop clinical reasoning skills. Deniece’s passion for coaching stems from her own journey into the profession, where mentorship made all the difference.

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What is the PA Shadowing Program?

This program is for pre-PAs who want to earn verified shadowing hours with an experienced PA, with time slots that work around busy schedules. Getting shadowing experience just got easier.

Find the Right PA to Shadow

We match you with a PA mentor based on your schedule, preferences, and aspirations.

Flexible Scheduling

Schedule PA shadowing sessions when it’s most convenient for you.

60 Guaranteed Shadowing Hours

Participate in 10 sessions with pre-readings and homework to gain a foundation in patient care, clinical thinking & professional communication.

Receive a Personalized Recommendation Letter From a PA

Collaborate with your PA mentor to receive a personalized letter of recommendation for your PA school application.

Receive a Signed Certificate of Completion

Receive a signed Certificate of Completion verifying that you have completed this program and add your hours to your CASPA application.

Receive a Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a digital Certificate of Completion to signify you have finished your shadowing hours.

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Receive a Recommendation Letter from Your PA Advisor

At the end of the program, you will dedicate your last session to learning more about the PA profession and drafting your recommendation letter. Send your CASPA evaluation request to your mentor when you’re ready to apply.

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Program Features

1:1 Sessions With a PA Advisor

Pre-Readings and Videos

Post-Session
Homework

Dedicated Student Success Manager

Chat With Your Dedicated PA
24/7

Guided Learning With Q&A Periods

Flexible Scheduling for Busy Pre-PAs

Program Curriculum & The Clinical Areas You'll Gain Exposure To

This program comprises 10 online sessions designed to help you learn more about the PA profession and the range of clinical areas PAs practice in.

Session 1:

Begin the program with an introduction to the PA profession, focusing on how PAs think, what they treat, how they collaborate, and why building strong, empathetic connections with patients is essential to providing excellent care across every clinical area.

Session 2:

Dive into hematology and discover how PAs recognize, evaluate, and interpret common blood disorders, using diagnostic reasoning to connect symptoms, lab results, and patient history to arrive at an accurate differential diagnosis.

Session 3:

Explore the field of cardiology and learn how PAs assess cardiovascular symptoms, interpret key clinical findings, and develop a thoughtful approach to diagnosing and managing common heart and vascular conditions.

Session 4:

Learn about pulmonology and see how PAs evaluate lung and breathing concerns, from shortness of breath to chronic respiratory issues, while building a step-by-step plan that connects physical exam findings, imaging, and pulmonary testing.

Session 5:

Take a closer look at gastroenterology and learn how PAs manage both acute presentations and chronic gastrointestinal conditions, including how they identify red flags, choose appropriate testing, and build practical treatment plans.

Session 6:

Explore the field of nephrology and learn how PAs approach diagnosing and managing common kidney diseases, with an emphasis on interpreting renal labs, understanding fluid and electrolyte balance, and guiding long-term patient care.

Session 7:

Learn about endocrinology and how PAs diagnose and treat patients with chronic endocrine conditions, including how they monitor disease progression, adjust treatment over time, and support patients with sustainable lifestyle-based strategies.

Session 8:

Dive into rheumatology and learn how PAs evaluate complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, using clinical reasoning to connect systemic symptoms to underlying immune dysfunction and develop long-term management approaches.

Session 9:

Explore how PAs approach neurological concerns in older adults, including how they use diagnostic reasoning to differentiate common presentations and how they support patients and families while managing neurodegenerative diseases over time.

Session 10:

Participate in a live Q&A session with your PA, where you can ask questions about the PA profession, reflect on what you learned, and discuss your tailored recommendation letter for PA school, including strengths to highlight and next steps to stay competitive.

Why Live PA Shadowing Is Better Than Pre-Recorded Presentations & In-Person Experiences

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Get 60 Guaranteed Shadowing Hours With a PA
Receive Tailored Rre-readings and Homework to Reinforce Clinical Knowledge
One-on-One Sessions Where You Can Ask a PA Questions
Guaranteed Recommendation From a PA Who Knows You
Add Shadowing Hours to CASPA Application
Explore Multiple Clinical Areas and Organ Systems
Actively Participate in Learning and Sessions With a PA
Schedule Live Sessions When It's Most Convenient for You