Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 8325

Health Professionals

Tabled: 9 October 2024

Answered: 14 October 2024

Question

Abtisam Mohamed

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will take steps to define the role of medical associates to ensure there is a clear distinction with the role of doctors.

Answer

Karin Smyth

Medical associate professions are valued members of the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to patient care. Regulation of Physician Associates (PAs) and Anaesthesia Associates (AAs) will begin in December 2024. The General Medical Council (GMC) will s...

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