Physician Assistant Studies Mission and Values
A Mission and Vision to Advancing Health Equity
The mission of Agnes Scott College’s Physician Assistant Studies program cultivates compassionate, critical-thinking physician assistants (PAs) to practice evidence-based medicine, serve local communities, and assume leadership roles that help promote patient-centered healthcare.
Our Vision
Our PA program is intentional about creating a collaborative environment that produces high-quality healthcare providers committed to community health.
Our Values
A Commitment to Excellence in Innovation, Teaching and Learning
- To academic excellence and creativity that encourages lifelong learning.
- To personal interaction between students and faculty that emphasizes mentorship, collaborative learning and professional growth.
- To the utilization of wide-ranging, innovative techniques and technologies.
- To a student body and a faculty who contribute diverse perspectives of their life experiences.
- To respectful engagement with divergent ideas, philosophies and perspectives from all members of the college community.
- To foster a collaborative community that encourages scientific inquiry and promotes respectful dialogue across differences.
A Commitment to a Community that Values Justice, Healthcare Equity, and Integrity
- To support the development of leadership skills and community service experiences needed to provide high-quality, equitable care to all patient populations.
- To develop clinical education opportunities in urban and rural communities.
- To provide a learning community that expects honorable behavior and professionalism.