Tufts University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program

05/19/2026

And that is a wrap! AAPA in NOLA was great. Students participated in iScan and Challenge Bowl. Faculty presented their research. We reconnected with alumni. Lots of networking and connecting with PAs across the country. See you in Phoenix in 2027!Tufts University School of Medicine

American Academy of Physician Associates

05/02/2026

What a great night reconnecting with Tufts PA alumni!

04/30/2026

CASPA opens today for PA school applicants. We will begin interviewing in July to fill seats for the Class of 2029 (January 2027 start). Good luck to all the applicants. We looking forward to reading your application! Link to CASPA below:

Liaison International, Centralized Application Service

04/27/2026

Great article about two of our second year students, Evan and Brandon.

Many students who apply to physician assistant (PA) programs are drawn to the profession by a shared goal: making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advocating for more equitable, patient-centered care. That purpose feels especially urgent at a time when confidence in the U.S. health...

04/07/2026

A big thank you to Massachusetts Association of Physician Assistants (MAPA) for hosting a great Lobby Day. What an amazing experience for PA students across the state to advocate for our profession and their future patients.

Also shout out to our second year PA student Julie Kelly for being recognized with the 2026 MAPA PA Student Service Award - well deserved!

Tufts University School of Medicine

03/07/2026

On Friday, the Class of 2028 hosted a community service kickoff event, where students, and a few faculty, volunteered their time at Boston Healthcare for the Homeless and Victory Programs, reinforcing our program's commitment to serving the community in which we learn.

01/26/2026

Congratulations to the PA Class of 2026! Good luck on your board exams. Your future in medicine is bright. Tufts University School of MedicineTufts University

01/23/2026

Congratulations to and Grantee Yoolim Jung, MPH from the Tufts University PA Program. Yoolim taught a seven-week curriculum to learners while raising awareness of the . In addition to overall gains in health literacy, participants demonstrated significant gains in PA-specific role knowledge and confidence. Expanding such efforts may bridge gaps in existing programs and support more equitable patient engagement in health care.

Tufts University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Massachusetts Association of Physician Assistants (MAPA)

01/16/2026

Professor Mike Otte's physical diagnosis class concluded the week with a thought-provoking analysis of artwork, highlighting the impact of observation on patient assessment and fostering a great discussion with the Class of 2028. Tufts University School of Medicine Tufts University Tufts University Art Galleries

01/15/2026

The Tufts PA Class of 2026 completed their capstones today. This was their final summative assessment. 1 more week of board review and then it is graduation!