Breaking Boundaries: How a Surgical PA Performs Solo Surgeries!

Picture this: you're in the operating room, you're holding the scalpel, and you're the lead surgeon. But here's the twist – you're not a physician; you're a Physician Assistant (PA)! That's right, folks. PAs have the incredible potential to become the lead surgeon and perform solo surgeries, completely turning the tables on what we traditionally thought was possible. Now, you might be wondering, "How is this even possible? Aren't only physicians supposed to be the lead surgeons?" These are some of the burning questions we're going to explore today. Get ready to have your curiosity satisfied as we unveil the fascinating world of surgical PAs and how they are allowed to take on this remarkable responsibility. So, if you're a medical enthusiast, a budding PA, or simply someone hungry for knowledge, this video is an absolute must-watch! You don't want to miss out on the chance to explore this captivating and unconventional avenue within the OR. Hit that play button and prepare to be amazed! Remember to like the video, subscribe to my channel, and share this video with friends and colleagues! #SurgicalPA #SoloSurgery Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:36 What surgery is this PA doing solo? 03:09 What is Organ Procurement? 04:15 Can PAs have the title surgeon? 04:37 No MD direct supervision? 05:18 Training to do this 08:03 Duties 08:55 Pushback about this? 11:20 Is this in PA's scope of practice? 12:09 Why is this needed? 15:57 Malpractice Insurance 16:37 Is there opportunity for more PAs in this role? 18:12 Transplant Surgery Lifestyle 19:34 What's to love about this job? 20:45 What are the downsides to this job? 22:08 Advice to Prepare to Do This 23:21 Where do you find these opportunities? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE!!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍