Navigating PA School with a Low GPA: Sara Matthews' Journey and Advice

In this interview, Sara Matthews, a recently graduated, board-certified PA working in OBGYN and urogynecology, shares her journey from overcoming a low GPA and gaining patient care experience for PA school applications. Despite facing challenges with her grades, Sara’s perseverance and focus on improving her patient care experience paid off, leading to her acceptance into PA school at Lincoln Memorial University.

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Becoming a PA: Insights, Challenges, and Encouragements

Watch my interview with dermatology PA, Amanda Lark, PA-C. Amanda shares her journey into the PA profession, the challenges she faced, and insights for aspiring PAs. Her story emphasizes the importance of persistence, strategic planning, and making the most of each opportunity. Amanda's experience working in various medical fields, including emergency, urgent care, and dermatology, illustrates the diverse paths available within the PA profession. She also discusses work-life balance, career decisions, and the evolving landscape of dermatology, providing valuable advice for those looking to pursue a career in this field.

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First Day on the Job as a New PA: Real Talk and Advice You may know today's Pre-PA Club guest from her Tiktok @lyssllo, or Alyssa Lloret, PA-C! We discuss the transition from PA school to starting a new job as a physician assistant in the real world. Alyssa shares her experience of taking a gap year, the application process for PA school, and ultimately landing a job in an ENT department. She highlights the importance of remaining open-minded about specializations, the usefulness of gap years to gain healthcare experience, and the value of being proactive in job searching early.

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