Summary: Sometimes you can't visit your doctor, but a physician assistant most likely is available. Patients often wonder whether PAs are just as qualified as regular doctors. On this <i>Health Minute</i>, <a href="http://healthcare.utah.edu/fad/mddetail.php?physicianID=u0029921">Dr. Jennifer Coombs</a>, Ph.D, explains why PAs are qualified, and why patients often say they're just as satisfied with a PA's care. <p> Learn more about this topic in the <a href="http://healthcare.utah.edu/the-scope/shows.php?shows=0_yyshkm93">full-length interview</a>.</p>
