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Cardell K Jacobson1, Darron T Smith
1Cardell K. Jacobson is a professor in the Department of Sociology at Brigham Young University in Utah. Darron T. Smith is an assistant professor in the PA program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. The authors disclose that this study was supported by a research grant from the Physician Assistant Education Association.
Racial and ethnic disparities may affect physician assistant (PA) salaries. This study analyzed 2009 survey data from the American Academy of Physician Assistants to investigate potential salary gaps based on race and ethnicity.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare disparities
- Physician Assistant profession
Background:
- Previous research indicated gender-based pay gaps for physician assistants (PAs).
- Limited data exists on racial and ethnic influences on PA compensation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential racial and ethnic salary disparities among physician assistants.
- To build upon existing research on PA compensation by exploring underrepresented factors.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the 2009 survey of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
- Analyzed salary information in relation to race and ethnicity of respondents.
Main Results:
- The study examined the correlation between PA salaries and racial/ethnic categories.
- Findings will provide insights into the extent of pay gaps, if any, based on race and ethnicity.
Conclusions:
- This research aims to identify and quantify racial and ethnic salary differences in the PA workforce.
- Results will inform strategies to promote pay equity within the physician assistant profession.
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