In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Brittany Strelow, an experienced Physician Assistant, educator, and healthcare leader based in Minnesota, to explore the evolving role of PA-Cs and the responsibility of training the next generation of providers.

With over 14 years of experience spanning clinical practice, academic medicine, and leadership, Brittany shares how PA education has transformed alongside workforce shortages, advancing technology, and shifting care models. She discusses why utilizing PAs at the top of their licensure is critical to improving patient access, reducing physician burnout, and strengthening healthcare systems.

Brittany also dives into the balance between technology and traditional education, flexible career paths for PA-Cs, and how healthcare organizations can retain talent while supporting professional fulfillment and work-life balance. This episode is a must-listen for healthcare recruiters, PA leaders, educators, and executives navigating the future of advanced practice providers.

Key Takeaways:

• How PA education has evolved to meet modern healthcare demands

• Why utilizing PA-Cs at the top of their license improves access and outcomes

• Addressing physician shortages through optimized PA and NP workforce models

• The role of technology in PA education and patient care delivery

• Strategies for preventing burnout and creating sustainable PA careers

• Why flexibility and leadership pathways are essential for PA retention

Episode Highlights:

00:42 Meet Brittany Strelow: A Physician Assistant’s Journey
02:02 Brittany’s Clinical, Educational, and Leadership Roles
08:21 How PA Education Has Evolved
10:49 Technology’s Impact on Healthcare & Medical Education
12:28 Balancing Innovation with Traditional Learning Models
14:28 The Future of Technology in Healthcare
19:25 Physician Shortages and Workforce Misconceptions
20:52 Optimizing PA & NP Utilization
23:50 Flexible Work Models in Healthcare
28:26 Advice for Burnt-Out PA-Cs
35:44 Final Reflections on the Future of PA Practice

Keywords:

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Connect with Brittany Strelow:

LinkedIn: Brittany Strelow
Visit American Academy of Physician Associates
Visit Mayo Clinic
Visit Olmsted Medical Center