Information Sources
The sources included here support the Clarkson University Physician Assistant program.
Databases
Search for literature/articles, data, and research evidence.
Foundational Information
Gather background information and terminology for medical/health topics
- Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
- MedlinePlus – includes a medical encyclopedia
- UpToDate
- The 5-Minute Sports Medicine Consult
- The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult
Medical E-Book Collections
General collections for medical professionals.
PA Exam Prep
PAExam Prep is an online tool that prepares physician assistants for PANCE and PANRE certification tests with more than 1,700 targeted test questions simulating the actual exam. You must sign up and create an account to use this tool (click SIGN IN in the top right corner of the web page).
Other Useful Resources
These sites may provide additional information to for PA students and practitioners.
Professional Associations
Organizations for PA practitioners, including New York state licensing requirements.
Medicine & Health In the News
Medical journals and general news sources.
- NEJM (New England Journal of Medicine News)
- JAMA Network (Journal of the American Medical Association Network)
- NYT – Health – Research (New York Times)