Stephen H. Hanson, PA-C

I have heard some physicians use malpractice risks as a reason to not work with PAs. Here's how I respond.

How can we combat some of the problems that are arising due to EHRs? Here’s my prescription.

The EHR at my facility takes three separate login steps to get into the record to document a patient encounter or retrieve information. Is there a better way?

Recent research indicates that PAs can improve the healthcare system, and recent policy changes help ensure that they have the opportunity to do so.

We are often so overwhelmed with our everyday practice problems that it can be difficult to remember the bigger picture. Here's a reminder.

We seem to always talk about the EHR from the perspectives of healthcare providers. But what do patients think of EHRs?

As a PA, I routinely help families cope with illness and debilitation of a loved one, but it is much harder to be objective with your own parent.

The PA profession has evolved significantly since 1967, but the influence of our military brethren and the debt of honor we owe them is not forgotten.

I would be lying if I said I would not be scared if confronted with an Ebola patient, but that's all the more reason to actively pitch in and prepare.

A new national poll not only validates physician assistant care, but verifies what I've known about my profession for years.

It is gratifying to see the National Governors Association come to the realization that PAs can help solve patient access problems.

Having good practice environments in every state for physician-PA teams is good for our patients and good for physicians.

Understanding the bigger picture can help ease the transition when your EHR system is changed or updated.

The physician assistant profession is booming due to the unique strengths it brings to the healthcare system and healthcare teams.

Quality of patient care is paramount, and I hope that the powers that be really think about realistic solutions to improving it.

A new Missouri law creates a licensed healthcare provider called an “assistant physician.” What this means for physicians and the healthcare system.

While use of an EHR has clear benefits to patients the technology is still in its infancy and can threaten patient safety in certain situations.

The scope of practice of new PA graduates today is quite different than it was decades ago.

The lessons that I have learned throughout my career as a paramedic and physician assistant have reinforced the value of team-based practice.

Speech recognition software can ease the transition to EHRs, but medical practices must take some important considerations.

The significant value of physician/physician assistant teams is confirmed by a recently published MGMA report.

Infectious disease experts recently issued guidance on healthcare personnel attire. Here's what they recommended, and why.

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most powerful change agents in improving the quality and consistency of medicine.

Physicians must join physician assistants (PAs) in addressing misconceptions and misinformation about the PA profession.

Medical practices and hospitals must support their aging healthcare providers who may face the biggest challenges during EHR implementations.

Physicians, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals have a unique opportunity to help prevent burn injuries.

A recent directive from the Department of Veterans Affairs enhances PA autonomy while strengthening team and collaborative practice.

Despite the controversy, it is important for all healthcare providers to get their own flu shot to control the epidemic and aid patients.

Physicians have a vast amount of knowledge and training, but there is no need to create fences between members of healthcare teams to demonstrate this point.

In looking at reforming healthcare, we need to increase the productivity of all members of the care team, including physician assistants.