Professional Practice Issues

FAQs

What are the duties of an OB/GYN PA?

How do I specialize in OB/GYN?

What is the difference between physician assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs) and nurse midwives (CNMs)?

Is it legal for PAs to deliver babies?

Where are some of the hospitals that do utilize PAs in Labor & Delivery?

Is it legal for PAs to perform Cesarean deliveries?

Is it legal for PA's to perform abortions?

How do I find an OB/GYN rotation as a PA student?

Links/Downloads

Obtaining Privileges

AAPA's Issue Brief on Physician Assistants and Women's Health

2007 AAPA PA census report on PAs in Ob/Gyn (Members Only)

APAOG Survey Results

Trends in Malpractice Insurance (Members Only)

The Association of PAs in Obstetrics and Gynecology (APAOG)
(PDF brochure)

Physician Assistants in Obstetrics & Gynecology (PDF brochure)

Sample Letter to Prospective Employers

NP Letter available in Member Only section