In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Detavius Veal, a Physician Assistant student at Morehouse School of Medicine, which is an HBCU with a mission to produce more providers in the primary care field. Detavius is an outstanding student who has overcome various challenges to pursue his passion for medicine.
During our conversation, Detavius shares his journey to PA school and the resources he used to get there. He talks about the importance of mentorship and having a strong support system, as well as the dedication and perseverance required to succeed in a competitive field.
We also delve into the challenges that Detavius has faced as a black provider in the medical field. He discusses the importance of representation and diversity in healthcare, and the impact it can have on patient care. Detavius shares his experiences with discrimination and bias, and how he is working to overcome these obstacles while staying true to his values and beliefs.
This episode provides valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of a driven and passionate healthcare professional in the making. Detavius' story is inspiring and informative and highlights the importance of diversity and inclusivity in the medical field.
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Time Code:
(00:00) Intro!
(5:18) What It’s Like Getting Into PA School
(7:48) How To Choose The Right College
(8:27) Why Kennesaw State University Is Perfect For All Majors
(11:34) Why Research Is Important For Physician Assistant School
(14:37) Why Detavius Chose The Physician Assistant Route
(16:44) Why Detavius Chose The Physician Assistant Route Instead Of The Physician Route
(19:29) How To Find Which Physician Assistant School To Apply To
(21:47) Day In The Life Of A Physician Assistant Student
(24:10) Can You Work During PA School?
(25:37) Ways To Ace the PANCE Exam
(25:59) GRE Requirements For Physician Assistant School
(26:18) Morehouse School Of Medicine Physician Assistant Requirements
(28:59) Physician Assistant Schools In Georgia
(29:54) How To Get Direct Patient Care Experience In The Medical Field
(31:49) Why Detavius Chose Morehouse School Of Medicine’s Physician Assistant Program
(36:30) The Physician Assistant Curriculum At Morehouse School Of Medicine
(38:24) How To Study In Physician Assistant School
(39:05) Using Ninja Nerd’s Youtube Videos To Study
(40:09) Having A Life Outside Of Physician Assistant School
(40:32) The MSM PA Program Length
(41:16) Clinical Rotations During Physician Assistant School