If you haven’t started PA school yet, try getting hands-on medical experience (like as a scribe or medical assistant) in a field that interests you to make sure it’s the right fit. While going through your clinical year of PA school, reflect on your experiences during rotations:
- What subject gets you excited just thinking about it?
- Do you feel a sense of purpose at the end of the day during a particular rotation?
Keep in mind that a negative experience during a rotation, such as poor organization or preceptorship, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pursue that specialty. Ultimately, being in a fulfilling role is what’s important.
Learn more about different PA specialties with the Is this the right PA specialty for you? series.