BMA considers next move after 'disappointing' PA ruling

BMA considers next move after 'disappointing' PA ruling

By Liz Wells 17 April 2025

The BMA is considering its next steps after the 'disappointing' ruling from the High Court over its case against the GMC for blurring the lines between doctors and physician associates (PAs).

Scapegoating physician associates is 'dangerous distraction' for NHS

By Liz Wells 11 April 2025

The 'toxic' debate around physician associates threatens to destabilise an already overstretched NHS, says Unison.

Role of physician and anaesthetic associates challenged in largest review

By Liz Wells 07 March 2025

There is little evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of physician associates (PAs) and anaesthetists associates (AAs) in the UK, according to a new review, raising critical questions about t...