The issues discussed in this column are not meant to be considered legal advice. For personal advice, readers are urged to contact a qualified health care attorney. A nurse practitioner wrote: "I ...

In this ever-changing landscape, the role of Certified Medical Administrative Assistants (CMAAs) has become increasingly vital. These professionals play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth ...

Physician assistants ― also known as PAs ― work alongside doctors, surgeons and other medical care providers. Their day-to-day duties include examining patients, reviewing their medical ...

What is the scope of practice of a medical assistant? In some states medical assistants have a clearly stated scope of practice, but in some states there is no law on the matter. Several Web sites ...