The University of West Florida in Pensacola is considering launching a new physician assistant doctorate program in partnership with either Tampa-based University of South Florida or Tallahassee-based Florida State University, according to the Pensacola News Journal.
The schools are in initial conversations regarding the program, in which students would alternate between the two schools similar to existing doctorate programs in physical therapy and nursing.
The partnership is a more cost-effective way to launch a new program, UWF officials told the Pensacola News Journal. UWF is still investigating community demand for non-physician healthcare providers, according to the report.
More articles on integration and physician issues:
New Cleveland Clinic residency program helps transition nurses
Baptist Health to co-manage new hospital with local physicians
Tandigm Health, Holy Redeemer, Innovative Wellness Alliance partner to improve care, lower costs