In most of the United States, P.A.s are still legally required to work with oversight from a doctor. But just how closely a P.A. works with a physician depends heavily on the medical specialty, state ...

How increased responsibilities and a push to be called “physician associates” are raising tensions with doctors.

Two bills aim to increase New Yorkers' access to health care by expanding the number of physician assistants allowed in private practice as well as their power to issue broader medical protocols under ...