Real-World Experience Shapes the Next Class of PA Students

Four Members of The Touro University Illinois Physician Assistant Class Of 2028 Share Their Journeys to Medicine

April 13, 2026

Students in the Touro University Illinois Physician Assistant program come from a wide range of backgrounds, but they share a common goal: providing the best possible care for their patients. Some discovered medicine through emergency services or scientific research, while others were influenced by athletics or personal experiences with healthcare providers. We spoke with four members of the Class of 2028 about how they discovered the physician assistant profession and what they hope to do in the years ahead.

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