Is B.Sc Physician Assistant equal to a Doctor?
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No, a BSc Physician Assistant is not equal to a doctor. While PAs are trained to provide a range of medical services and work closely with physicians, they do not have the same level of training or scope of practice as doctors.
The Physician Assistant works under the supervision or in collaboration with a physician. PAs can perform many of the same tasks as doctors but must work within the scope defined by their supervising physician or practice regulations. Whereas, the ddoctore has full autonomy to diagnose, treat, and manage all aspects of patient care. Doctors are also responsible for making complex medical decisions and leading hea
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