The Physician Assistant (PA) program in Ghana recently garnered significant attention in the media when the public became aware of the discontinuation of PA training by some public universities. This unexpected development sent shockwaves through the healthcare community, leaving students and practitioners apprehensive about the profession's future. Many feared that the program was on the brink of extinction.

However, in a welcome reversal, the President of the Physician Assistant Students Association of Ghana (PASAG NATIONAL), H.E.Ahmed Yakubu,issued a public statement on January 13th, 2025, announcing that the University of Cape Coast (UCC) would resume admitting fresh students into the BSc. Physician Assistantship program. This announcement brought relief to the PA community and reaffirmed the program's viability.

The President's statement also underscored the vital role Physician Assistants play in Ghana's healthcare delivery system, particularly in primary healthcare. He emphasized that PAs are indispensable in providing quality patient care, bridging gaps in healthcare access, and supporting the country's efforts to achieve universal health coverage.



The President's remarks highlighted the need for sustained investment in PA education and training to ensure a robust and effective healthcare workforce. This development is a testament to the tireless efforts of PASAG NATIONAL and other stakeholders who have advocated for the preservation and advancement of the PA program.

As the University of Cape Coast prepares to admit a new cohort of students, the future of the Physician Assistant profession in Ghana looks increasingly bright.