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WI nurses, PAs, dental hygienists seek new work rules

By Wisconsin Public Radio  
   January 05, 2017

A projected doctor shortage in Wisconsin is spurring efforts to expand the duties of other medical professionals. Physician assistants, or PAs, currently diagnose and treat patients under the supervision of doctors. They, along with advance practice nurses and dental hygienists, may seek changes to state law in the upcoming year to expand their duties. 

 

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