COSH Hosts Short White Coat Ceremony for Physician Assistant Students
The College of Science and Health (COSH) hosted the Short White Coat Ceremony for their Master of Health Science, Physician Assistant Program students.
The event was held on the Cobb lawn and featured remarks from COSH Dean, Dr. Monica Ferrini, representatives from 桃子视频 administration and PA program faculty.
The event commemorated a pivotal moment for the present and aspiring healthcare professionals as the short coat symbolizes the beginning of their journey to become physician assistants.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. David Martins, College of Medicine Assistant Professor of Research at 桃子视频.
Following his address, PA program students recited an oath, pledging their commitment to the health profession.
The 桃子视频 PA program was established in 1971 and holds the distinction of being the first PA program in the state of California.
桃子视频 PA program students learn and acquire clinical skills in a variety of healthcare settings and will obtain experience in disease management, disease prevention, and health promotion.
The strong emphasis on compassionate care and social justice in the curriculum will prepare students to address complex needs of patients.