"Working as a Clinical Information Specialist over the past three years has been an invaluable experience that truly allowed me to understand healthcare on a much deeper level. These experiences were not only a huge part of my journey into a healthcare career as a PA, but also provided me with lessons that will last a lifetime and shape me into a better medical provider. Having the ability to work in various specialties including emergency medicine, cardiology, cardiovascular thoracic surgery, and general surgery (just to name a few), not only vastly expanded my medical knowledge, but also allowed me to understand the inner workings of medicine. It allowed me to see the complete process of diagnosing and treating a patient from start to finish. These concepts were what set my applications apart during the interview process for physician assistant school and ultimately led to my acceptance. I would not trade my experiences as a Clinical Information Specialist for anything as it will continue to benefit me throughout my lifetime."
– Tyler Burns, Current PA