Master of Physician Assistant Studies - University of Manitoba

Celebrating 15 Years of MPAS grads!
Join us at the MPAS 15th Anniversary Gala on Friday, April 24th 🥂
Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mpas-15th-anniversary-gala-registration-1982526391806?aff=oddtdtcreator

University of Manitoba MPAS Alumni: We Need Your Insight!
We want to inform you about a research study titled “Identifying Barriers and Facilitators to Physician Assistant Participation in Scholarship: A Pathway to Curriculum Enhancement and Professional Development”, conducted by researchers at the University of Manitoba. The study aims to explore the challenges physician assistants face in engaging with scholarly research and identify strategies to enhance research training and opportunities within PA education.
Despite the growing recognition of physician assistants in healthcare, research productivity among PAs remains limited. This study examines key obstacles—including time constraints, limited mentorship, and institutional barriers—and seeks to identify ways to better integrate research training within PA education and professional development.
Participation in this study involves completing a short (10 minute) survey regarding perceptions of research engagement, available support, and barriers faced by physician assistants. Your responses will contribute to a greater understanding of scholarly productivity within the PA profession and inform improvements in education and mentorship programs.
Participation is entirely voluntary. If you choose to participate, please click the link below to access the survey. Responses will remain anonymous, ensuring that no identifying information is collected or shared.
If you have any questions about the study, please contact Elisa Chand at (204) 272-3094 or [email protected] .
If you are a University of Manitoba MPAS graduate, please click the link below to begin the survey:
Research Study: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uP8AaX0vMSRLlZxNPv4p0qtUOFRZM1ExNjNONVdOVVlDWkc5UlQ1V0ZERC4u
Thank you for your time and contribution to this important research.

For more than 15 years, the University of Manitoba has been graduating students from its MPAS program.
To celebrate this milestone, we are hosting a gala on April 24, 2026

Individual tickets and table sponsorships may be purchased through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mpas-15th-anniversary-gala-registration-1982526391806?aff=oddtdtcreator

Happy holidays from the MPAS team!

Read about PA Dan Fillion's experience with becoming a Physician Assistant

Dan Fillion’s path to becoming a Physician Assistant took a few unexpected turns — but every step brought him closer to where he’s meant to be.

With eight years of experience in Psychiatry, Fillion brings both compassion and expertise to his role, supporting patients experiencing some of life’s most difficult moments.

Fillion currently works with the Psychiatric Consultation Service in the Adult Emergency Department at Health Sciences Centre (HSC), where he strives to make a difference every day.

“This area truly combines two of my biggest interests in medicine: Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine,” he said. “I strive to provide compassionate care to psychiatric patients arriving at our emergency department. It’s a challenging but incredibly rewarding environment where collaboration and trust are essential.”

Working alongside psychiatrists, residents, liaison nurses and emergency physicians, Fillion plays a key role in providing timely psychiatric assessments, supporting treatment planning and ensuring continuity of care for patients awaiting admission.

“Our collaborative approach allows us to respond more rapidly to consultations and manage high patient volumes more effectively,” he explained. “I think my consistent presence helps provide stability for both patients and our team.”

Physician Assistants are vital members of Manitoba’s healthcare teams — bringing skill, compassion and teamwork to every patient interaction. Tomorrow is National Physician Assistant Day, a time to celebrate their contributions and the lasting impact they make on the health and well-being of our communities.

Visit https://ow.ly/aARw50XxGQM for Dan's full story.

Tune in to 680 CJOB AM on November 27th at 5:30 pm to hear PA Steven Piotrowski discuss how Physician Assistants can help in Primary Care

National PA Day Event
Thursday, November 27th
7-9 pm
Low Life Barrel House
$10 ticket (includes entry and 1 beverage)
eTransfer to [email protected] to secure your spot

National PA Day Event Thursday, November 27th 7-9 pm Low Life Barrel House $10 ticket (includes entry and 1 beverage) eTransfer to [email protected] to secure your spot

“New vision for primary health care and sustainable development”
PA Rebecca Mueller and Dr. Amanda Condon attend the 25th WONCA World Conference in Lisbon, connecting with family doctors from across the globe and presenting on the topic of 'Escape the status quo! Primary care teams meeting community need'.