October 6–12 marks National Physician Assistant Week — a time to honor the PAs who make high-quality, timely care possible for millions of patients every year.
Physician assistants are critical members of the specialty care team. They conduct medical exams and oversee treatment plans working hand-in-hand with physicians to help hospitals and clinics meet patient demand, reduce wait times, and keep specialty care available locally.
The Backbone of Telemedicine-Enabled Care
At Access TeleCare, PAs are integral to our telemedicine programs. Whether they are on-site or part of the virtual care team, they provide the clinical bandwidth and collaboration that allow our hospital partners to scale specialty service lines and ensure patients receive specialty care when and where it’s needed.
“PAs are mission multipliers,” said Joshua DeTillio, CEO of Access TeleCare. “Their work allows us to expand capacity for hospitals of every size, keep patients closer to home, and deliver on our promise of timely, clinically excellent specialty care — every single day.”
“Our physician assistants are leaders in advanced practice, bringing both clinical skill and compassion to every patient encounter,” said Lauren Ingram, MSN, MS, APRN, FNP-C, Chief of Advanced Practice Providers at Access TeleCare. “Their ability to collaborate across specialties and settings is what makes them essential to the future of healthcare.”
Why PA Week Matters
Recognizing PAs isn’t just about appreciation — it’s about highlighting how essential they are to the future of healthcare. By combining clinical expertise with flexibility and compassion, PAs empower hospitals to maintain essential services, optimize workflows, and build healthier communities.
