About Not A Doctor
Hi, my name is Isil and I worked as a qualified Physician Associate working in Manchester for almost 5 years. I studied the PA course at the University of Manchester and qualified 2 years later. My first role as a PA was in Cardiology where I learnt a ton of skills during the 4 years I worked there. Needing a change after Covid, I worked in Orthopaedics for a year before I took a non-clinical secondment in the Innovation team. I enjoyed it so much I stayed! I love working for the NHS and the variety of skills and opportunity it provides. I wouldn't be where I am today without everything I learnt as a PA.
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About Not A Doctor
Before and during my PA journey, I found there was very little information about the role and what it involved. Once qualified, I decided to create this website to provide insight and information to help pre -PAs, student and qualified PAs. You'll find my PA blog, services to help with applications to the course, revision resources and more.
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Physician Associates are medically trained healthcare professionals who work alongside doctors and other healthcare professionals to provide high quality patient care. We are generalists and can work in a number of specialities, primary care and the community. Under medical supervision we are able to take histories, examine patients, formulate management plans and more. Take a look at the blog to find out more.
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