The PA Detective

Physician assistant (PA) students will lead an interactive case study on a sprained ankle, a common sports injury. Participants will rotate through three stations: take a patient history and order an x-ray; review and compare normal vs. abnormal x-rays while learning basic foot anatomy and x-ray safety; and learn ankle care using RICE and taping techniques. Bone models and x-ray handouts will be provided. Throughout, participants will explore the PA’s role in medicine and answer basic medical recall questions.