Credential or role
PA medical abbreviation
PA means "physician assistant".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for PA), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PA means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| physician assistant | None | Charting, Staffing |
Example
Sample credential: "PA-C."
A made-up line that shows the abbreviation in place. It is not about any patient and is not an instruction.
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Questions
What does PA mean in medical terms?
PA means "physician assistant".
Where is PA used?
PA shows up in charting and staffing. Its category here is credential or role.
Is PA on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PA is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.