Commencement Details
Class of 2024 Graduation
The Emory School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2024 on December 13, 2024. The ceremony, held at Glenn Memorial Church, saw 52 graduates receive their Master of Medical Science degrees and embark on their journeys as physician assistants.
"We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2024 and their dedication to the pursuit of medicine," said Alexander Kendall, PA Program Director. "They have overcome numerous challenges and demonstrated exceptional resilience and compassion. We are confident that they will make a significant impact on the lives of their patients."
The graduation ceremony featured Dean Sandra L. Wong as the commencement speaker.
Graduates have future plans including residency programs and moving directly into clinical practice. The Class of 2024 joins a distinguished alumni network of physician assistants who are making a difference in healthcare around the world.
Class of 2024 White Coat Ceremony
The Emory School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program recently held its annual White Coat Ceremony, welcoming a new class of aspiring physician assistants and releasing a graduating class to the physician assistant profession. The ceremony, a significant milestone in the physician assistant education journey, marks the official beginning of the Class of 2025 students' PA school careers. At the same time, the Class of 2024 celebrated reaching the end of their training journey to enter the professional world.
It was an exciting day for the students and the PA program. The white coat symbolizes the commitment to patient care, professionalism, and the ethical practice of medicine.
During the ceremony, each student in the Class of 2025 received their first white coat, a symbol of their entry into the medical profession. The Class of 2024 received long white coats, a symbol of PA professionals. Both classes joined PA faculty and Society group leaders in recitation of the PA Oath.
The White Coat Ceremony is a cherished tradition for the Physician Assistant program, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose among the class.
