Ep 40 The Royal Remedy: Celebrating National PA Day with TV Portrayals & PA History

In this special birthday + National PA Day episode of Medical Media Mixer, we explore how Physician Assistants (PAs) have been portrayed on screen, from Royal Pains’ Divya Katdare to ER’s Jeanie Boulet, and even real-life astronaut PA Hayley Arceneaux. Beyond Hollywood, we dive into the fascinating history of the PA profession, its evolution, certification process, and what makes PAs such an essential part of modern medicine. Plus, we’re raising a glass with a refreshing themed cocktail—The Royal Remedy. 🍸✨ 🎬 Media Portrayals of PAs Royal Pains – Wikipedia Divya Katdare – Royal Pains Fandom Jeanie Boulet – Wikipedia Hayley Arceneaux – Wikipedia 👩‍⚕️ PA Profession – History & Role AAPA – What Is a PA? AAPA – PA History Overview NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants PAHx – NCCPA History Article 📚 Book Reference Wild Ride by Hayley Arceneaux – Amazon 🍸 Cocktail of the Week: The Royal Remedy Ingredients: 2 oz vodka 1 oz fresh cucumber juice 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur 0.75 oz lime juice 0.5 oz mint syrup Splash of tonic or sparkling water Garnish: thin cucumber ribbon + mint sprig Instructions: Shake vodka, cucumber juice, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, and mint syrup with ice. Strain into a chilled coupe or large rocks glass over ice. Top with tonic or sparkling water. Garnish with cucumber ribbon and mint sprig. Episodes every Monday ⭐️ Subscribe, Rate and Review! 🍸 Recipes drop on socials Discounts: 15% off Comfrt apparel Purple Carrot: 40% off your first box ClassPass: 2 weeks free 15% off non-alcoholic spirits at The Zero Proof 💳 Support us on Patreon | ☕️ Buy Me a Coffee Contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.