Starting med school this July at 38. Go for it. Be happy.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

38 !?🙌You are AMAZINGGGG!!! I wish you the BEST! Can you do a video series on your experience when you start? That would be REALLY interesting to watch!

@briang8663

7 жыл бұрын

I may do this. I'm nontraditional is many aspects. Much to do before school starts in July. Thanks for the compliment. I still can't believe that I am going to be a physician. Like you, I too worked as a security guard. This was my job while studying for the MCAT.

@cameronmartin679

6 жыл бұрын

Mickey Maus How was your 1st year??

@brionmartin5693

5 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎊🎈🍾🎉I hope your first year went well!

@lilliekeisha

5 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you

What a relief to hear. Im 30 going back to school to obtain a Medical Assistant certification while getting some prerequisites for a B.A in Nutrition just so I could go to graduate school to become a P.A lol Seems like I have a long way ahead but I feel Im at a better place in life to take a leap of faith. I appreciate your words of wisdom 🙌🏽

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

robert stanley That's awesome! Nutrition is a great major for PA school! And your MA certification will give you direct-patient-contact-hours galore!😃

You just gave me such encouragement. I'm 37 and I just started my college career. eventually I want to be a PA , but I thought my age is going to be a factor. Your message just really focused my aspiration. Thank you so much.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Terrence! Nope, you are at a great age to start. By the time your my age (48), you can be a PA with YEARS of experience. I wish you the BEST! 🤓

@virgojones2670

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the encouragement.

Im 39 and now that my children are older 20 and 15 I've decided to go To PA school. initially 12 years ago I took chemistry and anatomy and physiology and I know I will have to take these over am I dreading it, but I feel its worth it to make my dreams come true. I never finished my BA so I know it will be a total of about 4-5 years to completion. Thanks for giving me the confidence at my age to do it.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Lakeisha Gibson What an amazingly AWESOME can - do attitude you have! 😊 You can finish everything by the time you are in your mid to late 40s . This may SOUND old to some people. However, you will be a PA with a GOOD 20 years of work ahead of you. Or you can even do consulting work in your super senior years like some of the post - retirement - age PA s I know. It's an amazing profession!

@lilliekeisha

7 жыл бұрын

Thank You! I start in the Fall. Wish me luck on my journey

@lilliekeisha

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I start in the Fall. Wish me luck on this Journey!! blessings

@Luckimee

7 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you!!! These are just classes you can do it! Just imagine when you're treating ppl and making great money

@tonjiamurray2705

6 жыл бұрын

I am 41 and am I. The same boat as you and I just went part time after 15 years of work full time. We can do this I start in fall 2018. The shame would be in not taking a chance. Let do it! Each and every step we our father to guide and walk with us in the direction he wants his to go.

This 👏🏾is 👏🏾 exactly👏🏾 the👏🏾 video👏🏾I👏🏾 needed! 🙏🏾

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

5 жыл бұрын

brooklynforever1990 I'm glad it helped! You can do it! I had classmates who were well into their 40s. When I taught at Howard University, I had a studen who was a 63 year old engineer!😃

Thank you for your comments. I'm a 60-year-old International medical graduate. I raise my family, but I love the health field so much that I want to apply to PA school in the USA. Thank you!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. You can do this. However, it can be more challenging. I hope this other videos I did help. I wish you the VERY BEST of success. I you can IT! 😃👍👋👨🏾‍⚕️ kzread.info/dash/bejne/aX18p5aqeNK-h5s.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/lWSgpNCOadKrgs4.html

Wow!!! Awesome video and just what I needed to hear. I'm 45 and return to school in the fall to finish a Biology degree and then onto PA school. This video really encouraged me to keep striving for the goal. Thanks for posting.

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

GaShooter1 You are ABSOLUTELY welcome! I wish you the VERY best of succes in your endeavors! The time goes by fast.

Omar, thank you for making this video! I'm in my early 30s now, so this video is super helpful to me. Thank you for making it and for providing advice!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll do what I can to help you reach your goals!😃👨🏾‍⚕️

thank you so much. Im back in school and although its been a little rough, Im excelling in all my classes

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Lakeisha Gibson YES!!! That is awesome! It's going to be worth the effort!

Hello nice to meet you. Thank you for your words of encouragement. I am planning to go to PA school in the near future. Im 54 years old and I felt a little apprensive about going back to school. I already have a bachelor's degree and have taken several sciences classes at a community college. At first I was interested in Nursing but I changed my mind. I m also a retired NYC EMS workers and 2x World Trade Center 911rescue team. I took an interest in the Pa program because I want to get into Cardiac Thoracic surgery.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

Hi Ms.Morales! You sound like an AMAZING candidate! You may have to take some classes over though! I'll help you get in if you want! Dr.O

@emceethatsme

5 жыл бұрын

I’m 54 and was thinking nursing but I changed my plans towards PA as well. I have several degrees but nothing in science. Doing my pre-reqs now. Good luck!

Thank you Dr. Malik for posting my question and taking your time out to create a vlog about it on today. I have looked through KZread and couldn't find your email address. I don't have Facebook acccount. But, it's o.k. In the future, I'd hope that I could have the opportunity for you critique my application upon completion of retaking my prerequisites. Take care. Thanks again for your efforts in vlogs to the world in medicine.

Thank you. I needed this. I will be starting over and will be done by my mid-40s. -Esther

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

That's fantastic! You got this! It will be a challenging sojourn but, you can do it! 😃👩🏽‍💼👩🏽‍🎓👩🏽‍⚕️👏🏽🎉🪅 I'm available if you want good advice omarabdulmalik49@gmail.com 👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

Thanks for the video. I ran an EMT duty with a gentleman who transitioned from computer engineering to PA school in his 40s. Him and videos like this have me seriously considering switching careers myself.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

npr386 Hi there! Thanks for watching and for your comments. You can do it! My oldest students were in their 50s and 60s; AMAZING!

Great! it sounds like a great plan! Yes i will consider you to help me i the near future.

Thank you so much for this video. I've decided to change careers from Marketing to Healthcare at the age of 50. Currently I'm researching PA programs vs NP programs. Your encouraging words about age really boosted my confidence! Thanks again!!

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

AWESOME

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

AWESOME

Thank you for the inspiration

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

3 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU, for watching!☺👋🏾👨🏽‍⚕️

Thank you for the advice and motivation! I'm going to be 32, I've been in EMS for nine years (EMT and Paramedic) and worked in an ER for a year prior to that and briefly left the field to work as a emergency planner for my public health department. BUT EMS has a way of pulling you back in! Anyway, I felt too old because I always saw young men and women in these programs, not realizing that the classes were quite mixed age wise. I just need to buckle down and get it done! Thanks again for the video! :)

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

Ryan Essepian You are welcome! Sorry for the late response!

Thank you for the informative video

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I hope you found it helpful.🙂👋🏽👨🏽‍⚕️

Thank you for this video

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

You're QUITE welcome! 😁👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

Dr. O, thank you for this video. I am all the more encouraged to apply to PA school. I was wondering the same considering the average age of PA-S is now mid twenties as you've mentioned. It's been ten years since I've finished my last degree and how long I've been wanting to start PA school. Now that personal things have become aligned and some responsibilities have diminished, I know this is my time. Thanks again!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Darnesha McComb You are VERY welcome! You can do it!!!😊

Thank you I really appreciate it 😀

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Ruben Rodriguez You are VERY welcome! I hope the information was useful to you. Are you applying to PA school?

I'm applying to PA, but I don't have so much time to prep for GRE that I'm opted out for schools that don't require GRE. I know even if I study for GRE, I don't have good score on verbal either. It's more of a personal issues, and self insecurity. I think I'd prefer to spend more time studying my anatomy and physiology, biochemistry. I'm investing in another year of prerequisites to brush off my skills. Hopefully it all works out since I transition from Nursing to PA. You're such an inspiration and thank you so much for what you do!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Q Tran Hi there! I apologize for the late response. I think you are going to be great. I WOULD advise finding out what courses would help you in PA school from the programs to which you are applying. You don't want to take too much time taking courses that won't nesseccarily help you get in.

Thank you for the advice :)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

You are quite welcome!

oh, thank you for your prompt response.

Liked the vid. I have been practicing medicine for over 20yrs. Kids are grown, time to dedicate my time and energy to helping others at a higher capacity. Your info is encouraging . Would love list of best programs with highest pass rate

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

B A Okay! Ill arrange it!

thank you for the advice :)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Huseyin Altinel You are very welcom!

The physician assistant (PA) profession was established in 1965 to address the shortage of physicians in the U.S. The first class of physician assistants was composed of former U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsmen. The program’s intent was to take advantage of the combat healthcare experience of Vietnam era military trained medics and corpsmen to fill the workforce shortages in medical primary care that existed in the 1960s. The curriculum for the first PA program was based on the fast-track training of medical doctors during World War II. (Wikipedia, 2016; Journal of Physician Assistant Education, 2007).

Ty so much I've been contemplating about going back to school and I thought at 49 I'll be 50 in February that it would be a waste of time

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there! You can do it! PLEASE don't sell yourself short! I bet you are way stronger and smarter than you think! I'd REALLY like to discuss your goals with you! Please contact me on Instagram o_Abdulmalik or email OAbdulMali@aol.com

I'm 27 never did great in college. But I have a desire to be a p.a. I have a 2 year old and 10 month old sons and I really want to change their our lives. Thanks for sharing this.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

5 жыл бұрын

MirFirst S. Peace be to you! You can do it, Lord willing! I think the best PA s are those who over-came overwhelming odds! Please let me know if there's anything I can do to help!😀

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

5 жыл бұрын

MirFirst S. BTW, I just subscribed to your channel! You should do more videos! You have a gift for inspiring others!😊

Thank you sir

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU, for watching!🙂👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

Thank you !

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

Starshema Rash You are quite welcome!😁

I found you e-mail in another video. Again thanks for your response.

yes we got this!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

5 жыл бұрын

Lakeisha Gibson YOU CAN DO IT!!😄

@lilliekeisha

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! that motivation is much needed and appreciated

Hi Dr. Omar,First let me say Thank you for all the advice and helpful information you give out on your videos. Thanks for that. My name is Jeremy and I am currently in school for physical therapy assistant. I am supposed to graduate next year and I'm praying I do. I was a CMA (certified medical assistant) in 2010 however I never found a job as a medical assistant.I also have some college level courses done (like bio101) but never finished my undergrad in biology. I also don't have the best GPA. I am also a 28 year old black male with no children or martial agreements/ limitations. My ultimate career goal changed from occupational therapy to PA-C over the past couple of years especially since now in the state of Texas, Medicare/Medicaid will not cover therapy services to the extent they once did. I am just at a lost as to what to do from here. I love medicine and am fascinated with the field of gastroenterology. What would you recommend? Thanks for any advice you give me and sorry for the longevity of my post. Any advice is greatly appreciated. Sincerely,Jeremy

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

Jeremy Jones Hey there Mr.Jones! Thanks for your question! I would say to contact a few schools to which you would like to apply. Find out what their requirements are (usually found on websites). TRY to complete those courses even if you have to take one course per semester. Also TRY to get your GPA to at least a 3.00 and, get your direct-patient-contact hours. You have some great advantages with the programs you have already completed. You remind me of myself. I had done SO MANY different programs and certifications but didn't even know what a PA was ! lol You can do it Lord willing. Please let me know if there is anway I can help you. I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. Peace, Omar "Dr.O the PA Pro " Abdul-Malik DHEd, MPAS, PA-C

Thank you.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

You are quite welcome!

Life goes by so fast. I'll be around 29-30 when I'm eligible to apply. So long! :'(

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

5 жыл бұрын

Zachary Gagnon I got into PA school when I was 30.

thank you so very much.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

You are VERY welcome! I hope you enjoy great success in your endeavors!😊

@jayaugustus4673

7 жыл бұрын

thank you!! I truly enjoy your videos and I am so excited and can not wait to start my PA journey!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU Jessica! 😊 Are there any specific topics you would like for me to cover ?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome Bethzaida!😊

Thank you. I am in my early 50's but I don't have a bachelors degree yet. It has been quite a few years since I was in college. I am leaning towards becoming a Surgical tech. But I must say when i was unable to see my primary care physician I went to the PA we had at the clinic and she was awesome. better than the MD I had. (not a very caring doctor) . Do you do primary care or specialize? Thanks subscribed to your feed :-)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Cathy Rasmussen Hi Cathy! I do have a specialization in Infectious Disease from University of Nebraska Medical Center. However, I work as a Hospitalist PA right now. I plan to do a video on it, Lord willing.

Mashallah brotha never to old to better your life..

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

Mike johnson AsSalama'laikum dear brother! That's right!😀

@mikejohnson6250

6 жыл бұрын

Omar Abdul-Malik DHEd, MPAS, PA-C hey I also had a question, how long does it take fully to become a certified PA ?

*Navy Corpsman. Great video

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

Goot Gutierrez Thanks Gutierrez! I'm glad you found it enjoyable and informative!

Hi I didn't have the highest gpa but did show improvement in my last 2 years (all As my senior year) will go back and take some post bac classes my question is How will admissions committee look at students like me who apply?????

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

A Hud They will look on you quite favorably. When I interviewed prospective PA students, I looked for things like good character, steadfastness, and impetus for becoming a PA. I found these traits were often found in students who had struggled a bit academically. However, they KEPT striving to make themselves better! Please DO keep in mind that my perspective was unique. There are many admissions committee member who may focus almost EXCLUSIVELY on GPA and direct-patinet-contact hours. As a caveat, you do NOT want to have too many poor grades on your transcript (e.g. "D" s and "F"s). As PA programs have become more exclusive, many like to tout the "average GPA of their entering class" if it is particularly high (e.g. 3.65). I suppose this lends to the prestige of the program and profession. It wasn't always like this. I think that it will do what medical school has done; exclude many potentially decent students who would make fine doctors if not for a high GPA. I hope this information helped. You can post questions on my new channel also, if you want. I'll try to answer them as quickly as possible. PEACE!

Dr. Malik. Thank you for your video. I'am an army veteran who's been working as a respiratory Therapist for 5 years and finally got a courage to enroll in pre requisites for me to enroll in PA school. I just have three classes left before applying to PA school. Your videos are very encouraging and pushes me to pursue PA school even at age 40. However, I have one question that have been bothering me for quite some time. The question is do you feel after graduating PA school have acquired sufficient enough knowledge to treat patients efficiently. Or does it take years of experience after graduating from PA school to be at the level of physician in terms of knowledge . I've read quite a few posts from other PAs who are currently practicing and have stated that even after number of years working as a clinician, they've decided to pursue medical school because they could not shake this "acute sense of knowledge gap" when compared to their Physician colleagues. Does experience acquired after many years of practicing make up for this lack of knowledge? or is pursuing a medical school a better option since they provide more in depth education and training to practice in their chosen specialty. Thank you

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Tae Lee Hi. That's an EXCELLENT question. In my opinion, the PA knowledge base does not compare to an MD/DO. They have had more than TWICE the training of a PA when considering school, residency and a fellowship. While there are residencies and fellowship for PAs , the knowledge gap is too great. We CAN perform on a par with physicians. However, there is a level of seeing (scientific and medical) the patient that we might not have . I'll do a side-by-side comparison of the two professions in a video. There are EXCELLENT PAs and mediocre MD/DO s. Some PAs choose to further their education by earning MD/DO s or doctorates in related fields. I would suggest those who TRULY have an ARDENT desire to become physicians pursue that route. Please see my classmate Dr.Niraj Minderata who went to Oceania college of medicine after working as an Orthopedic PA for 6 years.😊

So inspiring. I am a mother with one kid but I have dream to go to PA school. Now I am working on my bachelor which probably takes for 3 years to finish. I already have my Bachelor in Chemistry from Thailand but it was ten years ago so I decided to start over again. I wonder. How much is the average cost for only PA program? I will be able to pay off my Bachelor.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Bergen Thai Massage Spa It may be as little as $40,000" or, as much as "$140,000" 😭💸(George Washington university)!

Ho Dr. Your video is 👍 great. Where are you located and how I can contact witn you.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there! You can reach me on Instagram o_Abdulmalik I am a Hospitalist Physician Assistant in Washington, D.C.

Another question as far as bachelors degree is it the same as getting in med school any major as long as you have the pre requisites for PA school? (biology, A & P chemistry, calculus?)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Cathy Rasmussen Yes it is Cathy! As long as you complete the pre-requs, you can major in ANYTHING!

Hello, I have been an xray tech for 17 years, I have a bachelor degree for degree completion.... my dilemma is that all my science courses were taken longer than 10 years ago and most of not all PA programs require you to take these classes within 5- 10 years. Not sure of the route I should take to accomplish becoming a PA.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Hi. Sadly, you will have to take a number of those classes over OR, you can test out of them (CLEO exam). I had to take a couple over myself.

I am in my early 30's. However, I did not really take any of the science classes for PA school (because I just recently decided what I wanted to do). I do have a Bachelor's degree. Would it make more sense to do a Post-Bacc program or to take classes that are more science related. There is a university near me that offers a Post-bacc program, but I am not 100% sure if they offer the classes needed specifically for PA school (it is geared for Medical School) but I do not see myself going the Medical School route. What would you suggest doing?

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

Kristin Anzelc Hi Kristin. I'm sorry for the looong delay in responding. You should find out from the schools to which you plan on applying about the SPECIFIC class requirements before investing the time and money in a post-bachelor program. Some can be VERY costly (taking advantage of pre-med and pre-PA s students desire to get in). AND they DO NOT gurantee admission to the PA or Medschool. I hope this helped.

DR. Iam going to graduate from high school and I wanna become a PA but I want to take two years of general studies first is that possible?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, taking general studies would be a VERY good idea!😀

Hi Doctor, I am 60 years old and considering applying to the PA program. I had taken the prerequisites about 20 years ago, but 911 happened and my National Guard unit was mobilized and I never followed up. Is this a field that maybe I can still pursue?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! My oldest student was a 63 y.o. gentleman who had an engineering background and, decided to switch careers. 👴🏾👨🏾‍⚕️

You'll be in your mid to late 50s anyway, but you'll have a med degree! There's a man and woman in their 50s in med school right now, they're both on tiktok

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

2 күн бұрын

@@denisejohnson4037 Yeah. Antonio Patterson Med student on KZread is 51 and, entering his THIRD year in medical school.😃 And, there is a video of a 65 year old gentleman who just finished medical school and doing his residency.🩶Grey Power ✊👴👩‍🦳 Thanks for watching my video.😃👋🏽👨🏽‍⚕️

Great post! I'm 39 with a 3 year old daughter. I am considering PA school but I have been hesitant due to my age and being a parent of a small child. I have a bachelor's degree in Healthcare Management and have worked as a medical assistant and scribe in a pain management practice for about 8 years. I work side by side with PA's and I love the knowledge and skills they share with me everyday. They have been encouraging to pursue PA school. I still need to take the GRE and retake Anatomy and Physiology because it has been over 5 years since I've taken it. Have you seen any older students with small children complete the program? Would it be hard to obtain loans large enough to get through school without working?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

Khadijah Hunter Hi there! Thanks for watching and for your questions! It CAN be difficult obtaining loans to cover ALL of your expenses for PA school ESPECIALLY if you have children, mortgage, etc. However, there are creative options. PLEASE consider joining the Health and Human Service Corps who will pay ALL of your expenses AND give you a monthly stipend! You serve them for the years they paid for your school by working in an under-served area (e.g. rural, inner-city, American Indian Reservations, Federal Bureau of Prisons, etc.). The cut-off age is 45. I had three classmates do this and they were quite PLEASED whilst the rest of us were scrapping up loans, grant, and emergency fund money to pay tuition. Sometimes, I want to kick myself for not doing this. Also, check out grant opportunities. For GRE studying, please see my GRE video. I do one in which I cover the actual exam, Lord willing! Finally, I did have students and classmates who had children (even some single moms) whilst in PA school So it is DEFINITELY "doable". You can contact me if you want to discuss this further. OAbdulMali@aol.com Peace!

@lilliekeisha

5 жыл бұрын

you would have to take all of your sciences over and add to those depending on each program you're interested in. They all have a statute of limitations on science courses. But Go for it. I have a 5yr old and Im taking my sciences over now and on the PA track. its difficult but very manageable if you stick to a study schedule and schedule with your kid. You can do it. Go for it!

Hi Dr. O! I'm currently working as a per diem Spanish medical interpreter @ a local hospital north of Boston, and also worked as full-time interpreter @ Duke University Medical Center. Although I LOVE my job, I'd like to pursue another health care career which is more mentally challenging and lucrative than medical interpreting. Which leads to my quandary: would studying to become a PA @ this stage of my life be ludicrous (I'm 57 without a B.S.degree)? I've attended a local community college on/off for the last 5 years taking pre-requisite courses to become a respiratory therapist but have abandoned that idea based on my 1st-hand observations of what RTs do on a daily basis. I've applied for both dental hygiene school and RN school this year and was accepted into both, but won't be able to start either one until Fall 2017. Dental hygiene appeals to me but based on internet research DHs have multiple part-time jobs with no benefits, their duties take a toll on the body, the job market is oversaturated, and it would be very challenging to secure employment as a male (especially an older one). However, based on my interactions with PAs @ my workplace and the numerous job opportunities for them nationwide, I'd REALLY love to become one. I feel I'd be an awesome PA; however, it would take me another 6 years to do so (@ which time I'd be 63). The clock is ticking and I MUST make a decision soon. Your feedback will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

Greetings Jose! Thanks so much for sharing! Well, you would be considered an older applicant. HOWEVER, you can use this to your advantage! You're smart, wise, and experiences in the world; not to mention bilingual! If you have the grades and get the direct clinical contact hours, I think you'd be a fine candidate! The oldest PA student I had was a 63 year old Indian (Asian Indian) gentleman who had worked an engineer. I also had an OUTSTANDING PA student who was a retired Biochemist from Iran who was in her late 50s. So I believe you can do this! The question is, Do YOU believe you can do it? I'll do whatever I can within my capacity to help you in your endeavors. Please feel free to give me a call at (202)549-7136 PEACE! Dr.O the PA Pro🤓

I'm thinking about joining the peace corps after finishing my bachelor's. Would those 2 years without education impact my chances of being accepted into a program?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

xFade P.S. Hi! It REALLY depends on the program. I have had students who did "missionary" work for their churches. I was always very impressed with their service and dedication. So, I never frowned upon their "missed" school years. I figured that even had matured and learned valuable information that on mightn't in a traditional school. I think Peace Corps would be great. It would make for a very interesting personal statement for your CASPA !

I’m 38 with an MHA also a nurse, looking into returning in fall to become a PA.

@tanyastea4404

4 жыл бұрын

I have 20 years in healthcare experience.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

WHAAAAT!?!😃That's AWESOME!! Please let me know if I can help you in anyway! You can reach me on Instagram o_Abdulmalik!

Hello Dr. O, I have a few questions about becoming a PA that I think you can help me with. I've been a Respiratory Therapist for close to 7 years. I have my Masters degree in General Psych, I was wondering how is my Graduate GPA calculated with my Undergraduate GPA? Or do PA schools even consider graduate GPA as relevant when it comes to the admissions process? Does having graduate degree help with being enrolled into a PA program?

@omarabdul-malik8201

7 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Thanks for your question! It really depends on the graduate degree in question. PA schools REALLY tend to focus more on UNDERGRADUATE GPA s and the CORE pre-requisites such as Biology, General and Organic Chemistry, etc.

Hello I Want to ask you something. Whenever I visit any hospital or see any doctor i feel like they have huge importance and respect so I should do it & everyone needs a doctor. So is it a good reason for pursuing med school ?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's a good reason to become a Physician. However, you have to know if it's a good fit for YOU.

@SurajSharma-bw7fv

3 жыл бұрын

@@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro Thank you sir 🙏

If you get a bachelors degree in Radiology in a community college & become an x-ray tech, can you apply to a pa school?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Ruben Rodriguez ABSOLUTELY! The MOST important thing is to complete the pre-reqs (e.g. Gen. Chem, O-Chem, Physics, Bio., etc.). You should inquire and find out FROM THE PROGRAM TO WHICH you are applying if there are any SPECIFIC classes you have to take. For example, I had to complete one semester of African studies before applying to Howard University PA program back in 97'. I hope this helped.Peace!.🤓

Hello, I have a BS in Health Education and Human Behavior from the University in Florida. I am 29 going on 30, and have decided to apply to PA school after working in a healthcare setting for almost 7 years now. I know I am not too old, but I feel like I have so much work ahead of me to do before I can even apply it is really starting to discourage me. I still have several prerequisites I need that was not required for my undergraduate degree. My question is, would you advised retaking any prereqs I took as an undergrad, which is over 7 years ago now. I know it is recommended (maybe even required for some schools) to have prereqs done within 5-7 yrs of matriculating. However, I am wondering if the number of prereqs I need to take for the first time will sort of "make up" for the fact that 3-4 of them are outside of the preferred time range. Thoughts? I regret waiting so long to start this journey, but I am driven and passionate. Working full time, teaching yoga part time, and still managing balance and sanity allows me to only take 1 class per semester, MAYBE 2. At this rate, it will most likely take me about a year to complete prereqs I have never taken. If I need to retake the others, this could delay me applying for PA school an entire extra year. I really dont to do this. I am typically and A/B student (hopefully all As this time around), with my only C ever being in Anatomy & Physiology I from my freshman year of college....I have yet to take the GRE. I have far more patient contact hours than I would ever need and I will have exceptional reference letters from physicians and other medical professionals. I feel these two things will highlight me as an excellent candidate. My concerns are really focused on figuring out what classes to take and how to complete everything as soon as possible. This is also made harder by the fact that every PA school requires different sets of prereqs. Any and all advice is appreciated.

@kellicoon9395

6 жыл бұрын

ps-sorry for the very poor grammar above. Multitasking and typing quickly.... Promise it's not an indication of my intellectual abilities, Ha!

@lilliekeisha

5 жыл бұрын

you would have to take the sciences over due to them being taking so long ago. Most PA schools require no longer than 5 yrs of last science pre reqs. I am in that position now as all my sciences were taken 10+ yrs ago. I am in A&P 2 now. go for it, if its really what you want to do. time will past anyway

Hello Dr. Abdul-Malik. I am a 35 year old single parent with a young child at home - I have just finished my Associates degree and am embarking on the final 2 years of my undergrad as a Biomedical Science major. I have 12 years experience working as a pharmacy technician - is there any specific advice you'd have for an older parent with very limited free time who is looking to apply to PA school?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

Graham McNallie Hi! I apologize for the late response! I think your background makes you an ideal candidate for PA school. If you can get your four-year degree, direct-patient-contact-hours, and do well in the GRE, you sound like an ideal candidate for PA school!😊

@guerline4417

5 жыл бұрын

@@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro What is direct contact hours? And, does it matter where you take your prerequisites? Is community college a good place

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Marie Jean-Pierre Hi. Direct-patient-contact-hours are hours spent directly caring for patients. An example would be certified nursing assistants, phlebotomist, EKG technician, etc. There are many short programs you can do in a few weeks to get certified in these things. They are required before applying to PA school.

Do you believe that the field is becoming over saturated with new PA and NPs?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Oh no way! There's not that many PA s in the country. Further, they are being used in new capacities. I think we are still in the begining stages of this profession. I hope this answers your question.🤓Peace! Dr.O

Does college degree is enough to apply for pa program or I have to have a bachelor degree from a university?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

DVG TK You have to have a bachelor's degree along with the prerequisites for PA school.

Hello Sir, Thank you for posting this question. I also felt discouraged because I just turned 45 and felt that I was too old to pursue this level of professional training. I am a US Army veteran with no medical background but between my military service and work as a foreign service civilian contractor, I believe I can contribute to the PA profession. I do have one question, are applicants subjected to a background check and credit check as part of the admissions process?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

Peace be to you Ms.Schonheit! First thank you and may God bless you for defending this great country of ours! As far as I know, no background checks or credit score checks are done on prospective PA students. They may be done by banks if you are applying for financial aid. Now, once you become a PA, background checks may be done especially if you are trying to work for a government position. I had a colleague who was applying for a position in the Federal Bureau of Prisons. She went through an EXTENSIVE background check! I even had an FBI agent come to my office and interview ME (about her) !😰 (INTENSE!). BTW, I'm so glad you are looking at the possibility of becoming a PA! I found it to be such a rewarding career! When I taught at Howard University, I had students that were in their 40s, 50s, and even 60s! You can do it!!!!😊Please let me know if I can help you in ANY way! Peace! Dr.O the PA Pro 🤓

@msschonheit6800

8 жыл бұрын

This is good news - thank you for responding :)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

+Ms Schonheit You are quite welcome! I hope your efforts meet with the GREATEST success!🤓

It’s a big loan debt fir anyone may preventparent or relative from retirement

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I know.☹️🧑‍🎓💸

Sir salam i want to know after my house job how i apply for speciality And how to do good for usmle

@omarabdul-malik8201

6 жыл бұрын

Basit Ali AsSalama'laikum dear brother! Sorry for the long delay. I'm not an MD, so I wouldn't know about the USMLE preparation. I'm a Physician Assistant.

Could you please list programs that accept foreign md?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

HI there! Based on my knowledge, ALL PA programs accept foreign MDs. However, you MAY be required to re-take undergraduate course work. This can be humbling and frustrating!😣 PLEASE, know that a number of undergraduate courses can be challenged by taking the CLEP EXAM for particular courses. This can markedly cut your time and help you get admissions faster. I have had students who were MDs from outside of the U.S. One was a Cardiologist from Ethiopia. You will have to call each school to which you want to apply because, they make exceptions for certain people.

Hello, I was wondering if you had any advice on how to shadow a PA? I’ve been asking around, but it’s been a very difficult to find PA shadowing experience.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

If you are in the DC area, you may be able to shadow me for a couple of days. I've had some students already do it. It's been a good experience. I work in a private doctor's office. How far along are you, in your pre-PA sojourn (e.g. pre-reqs, direct-patient contact hours, etc.)? Here's my email omarabdulmalik49@gmail.com 🙂👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

@daisyportillo5007

Жыл бұрын

I do live in the DC area! I would really appreciate it if I could shadow you at the practice you’re working at. I need a minimum of 8 hours! With the rest of my application I’m doing okay it just shadowing a PA which has proved difficult to do

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

@@daisyportillo5007 Okay, please email me.

is there anyway around not getting a bachelor degree to get into PA school ?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Hmmm...I honestly don't know. It's just SO competative now. As far as I know, one HAS to have a four year degree, and MOST schools now require the GRE s. I THINK Annerundle Community College does not require a four year degree.

Hi, I came across your channel as I was doing research for requirements to become a PA. There are a few things i still need clarity on. Can I go to a tech school to become a surgical tech and gain the experience I need and then apply for a PA program or do I have to obtain a bachelors degree in order to get accepted into a PA program. Thank you so much for your time!!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

karina hernandez HI! Thanks for your question! Well you HAVE to have a four year degree to apply to PA school now AND, take the GRE s . It WOULD be a good idea to get the Surgical tech credentials, then get your four year degree. That way you will have the direct-patient-contact hours that all PA schools require. MANY PA programs are requiring "paid work" on a professional level in order to qualify as direct-patient-contact hours. I think that this unfortunate because it is going to make becoming a PA an even LONGER process for most people. For example, a pre-PA student who gets a BSN (4 years), works for 2 years whilst studying for the GRE, and applies to PA school, gets in, through, takes and passes the PANCE, is looking at a 10 year investment. This is approaching medical school-like time. Unfortunately, the PA school experience is even becoming more expensive (4 yr. BS/BA + 2.5 PA graduate degree= > $100,000 in student loans).

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

karina hernandez Oh yeah, please see my video interview with a surgical tech.

@karinahernandez-qw3cr

7 жыл бұрын

IPHLO,LLC w/Dr.O the PA Pro Thank you soo much for you time! This really helped!!!!

Im 32 years old with one daughter, Khamille Janai. I would say i wanted to become a pa because I love helping people and love healthcare. I have a huge compassionate and empathetic heart, and i am competitive.Since pa school is competitive i figure it would be a great fit for me. Currently, I hold a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management, work in a long term care pharmacy, have a history of taking care of the elderly, my great grand mom and other people with disability... would this be a great fit? I am also a pharmacy technician...

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Peace be to you! Sorry for the long delay on responding to you! Yes, you would be an excellent fit. HOWEVER, the caveat is that there has become so much emphasis placed on GPA, GRE scores, and 'working professional" direct-patient contact hours (i.e. as a certified RN,CNA, Tech, Therapist, etc.), it leaves out many fine potentials like yourself. I think that your pharmacy technician experience would be considered by most PA programs but not caring for your great grand mom if you are not an actual certified home health care aide. Your BS in Health Care Management should suffice as long as you have the adequate prerequs. You sound like an amazing person! To which school are you planning on applying?

Hi! I have four children and I want to finish my pre-Recs by time my children start school. I already have a bachelors degree in social sciences, and want to be able to also help people in their bodies alongside their soul and spirit. My heart is to be able to help financially provide for my family as my husband pursue useful time ministry as a pastor. In four years, I will be 32 and I believe I can get the rest of my pre-requisites finished. Have you seen this before? Have you seen parents of school age children in PA school?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

Hi there! Absolutely! One of my erstwhile classmate's son, was enrolled in the same college. I had several classmates and students (when I was a professor) who were parents. It takes a great deal of drive and discipline. But, you can do it. I was 30, when I started PA school (in 97'). I'll help you however I can. You can contact me by email omarabdulmalik49@gmail.com 🙂👋🏽👨🏽‍⚕️

@bhjkghguuygo

Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate it! I will email you if I have any questions :)

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

Жыл бұрын

@@bhjkghguuygo Okay. We can do a video chat, if you're interested. Applying to PA can be complicated!😫

@bhjkghguuygo

Жыл бұрын

@@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro thank you sir!

@omar Abdul Malik. As salam walekum M Dr Rashid from India done my mbbs in India working ICU since 6 years Can u help me how to apply for PA in USA as a foreign graduate kindly help me

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there! I will speak with some of my colleagues who run PA programs and get back to you. Are you eligible for a green card.

@AbdulRashid-nt4js

4 жыл бұрын

@@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro no m not eligible for green card m living in India

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

4 жыл бұрын

@@AbdulRashid-nt4js Hmmmm...so I THINK you would need to get a college in the U.S. to grant you a student visa. I'm not sure how these things work 🤔

@AbdulRashid-nt4js

4 жыл бұрын

@@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro plz help me how to contact PA colleges n how to apply for , if u have any foreign graduate friends ask them n let me know Thanks for ur reply Allah subhan watala give u more success ameen

salam alaikum brother i am 20 years old right now, i am trying to get into PA school what is the best advise you can give to me? kalifala fane

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

kalifala fane Make salat, LOTS of dua, give sadaqa, and try to keep your iman to the best of your ability. This may seem like weird advice in this day and age. However, I can ABSOLUTELY guarantee you that you will have the VERY best outcomes, waLahee! I think you should write your goals out and REALLY examine what you THINK you want to do. Where do YOU see yourself 2 to 5 years from now, 10, 15, insha'Allah. I'll do a video on how to set up "planning chart", insha'Allah!🤓

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

kalifala fane Also, I would say, get the VERY best grades you can, study for the GREs and, do something in the healthcare field like CNA or patient technician.

@mard7880

7 жыл бұрын

kalifala fane This was the best ADVICE i heard a professional give for a long time. Many are quick to say study and do hard, but subhanallah, we tend to forget how good deeds can take you far in life.

Hello, I am in my early 30's, I'm a mother of 2 boys(10 &7), a wife and a student. I am currently taking all of my core classes, which consist of alot of sciences and maths. I would really like to further my career as a PA but based on my academics I think I maybe wasting my time. I have hired a Tutor to help me with my math courses, which enables me to be a "B" average student in math. But in science... I'm averaging out to about a "B" or "C". When I look at the academic requirements to get into the PA program, I may not qualify. My life is very hectic! I am starting to think, maybe I should pick another career. Any suggestions?

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

Hi Denise! You may want to consider a two year degree in the health field. There are many GREAT careers like nursing and Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. They can make $100,000/year salaries depending on the setting. I am posting some videos about these professions. They are both very prestigious (if you are into that kind of thinking). I am a parent as well. My wife and I have four children, two of whom are getting ready for college. Being a good parent is FAR more important than any concept of prestiege or even income! I really respect and admire you for considering how going to school would affect your family, especially your children. 😊I hope this information helps. Please feel free to contact me if you would like. OAbdulMali@aol.com or (202)549-7136 Dr.O the PA Pro🤓

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

Also, Denise. Maybe you can send me your academic transcripts. I sat on admissions committees of PA Schools and written NUMEROUS reccomendations for PA applicants. I know what it takes to get in. Peace! Dr.O the PA Pro

@denisef3977

8 жыл бұрын

Good morning, Thank you for responding so quickly. I really appreciate that! I will definitely look into a 2 year degree. I will be contacting you in the near future... ☺! Thank you again!!!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

8 жыл бұрын

+Denise F Hi Denise! I just uploaded a video with health care professionals with AA degrees. I hope it helps!

@denisef3977

8 жыл бұрын

+IPHLO,LLC .....I just watched it! Great information... very informative! Thank you so much!!!

I'm 23, starting off my college career . I feel like I'm too old starting pa school I'm 4 years

@vanessa-gv1sj

7 жыл бұрын

*in

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

vanessa nunez You are very young; could be my daughter-lol😅 Don't worry, if you just keep moving ahead, you should be done before 30, Lord willing. I wish you the VERY best!!! You're gonna be awesome!!!!

@ofthewind

7 жыл бұрын

Same here! I'm 25 I have 2 years under my belt-- I feel so old 😭 But I said it's better to go ahead & buckle down, instead of looking up one day and be 30 years old in the same spot.

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

7 жыл бұрын

Of The Wind That's a very good attitude to have. I tell people to just think about the fact that you will be that particular age when you get there anyway. You'll be in your late 20s to early 30s (like 30 or 31) by the time you finish, but you will have your MPAS, PA-C.😊 Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you achieve your goals! Peace!

@ofthewind

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! I always wanted to go into neurology. My main goal now is preparing early. Applying for scholarships and grants 😐 Idk how much longer the world will be in existence but we gotta live while we are alive.

Sir you can comment me thanks

Allah Akbar

Starting from the bottom .....trying for nursing first 39? Sheesh

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro

6 жыл бұрын

GOD BODY Science Wellll...I wouldn't say Nursing is "starting from the bottom". Think of it as starting from a different point. 😉 I started as a lab assistant during my freshman year of college WAY back in 88'. I obviously don't know you but, l have a feeling that you are a very DRIVEN person who is going to go FAR in life no matter WHAT path you follow!

@EBSEveryBodySign

5 жыл бұрын

GOD BODY Science I wonder how it’s going for you... Hope you’re hanging in there. 👊🏽💥