RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_e6662e98-9727-447c-a1c6-671e8be62c0c -- Rendered At Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:48:59 +0000 Brunel PAs CONNECT https://redcircle.com/shows/brunel-pas-connect en-GB All rights reserved. Real Stories from Physician Associate Education David R Leonard *Brunel PAs CONNECT* explores the real experiences behind Physician Associate training and early careers in the UK. Through honest conversations with students and graduates from Brunel University’s Physician Associate programme, the podcast examines the realities of PA education, clinical placements, resilience, and early career development. Across the series, we discuss academic pressure, professional identity, GMC regulation, and the evolving role of Physician Associates within the NHS. Episodes feature perspectives from Year One students through to working Physician Associates, offering a realistic and thoughtful insight into a demanding and rewarding profession. *Hosted by:* David R Leonard, DHSc, MMS, PA-C, Dip.Act. (he/him/his) Reader, Physician Associate MSc | Brunel Medical School | CHMLS e6662e98-9727-447c-a1c6-671e8be62c0c Brunel PAs CONNECT explores the real experiences behind Physician Associate training and early careers in the UK. Through honest conversations with students and graduates from Brunel University’s Physician Associate programme, the podcast examines the realities of PA education, clinical placements, resilience, and early career development.

Across the series, we discuss academic pressure, professional identity, GMC regulation, and the evolving role of Physician Associates within the NHS. Episodes feature perspectives from Year One students through to working Physician Associates, offering a realistic and thoughtful insight into a demanding and rewarding profession.

Hosted by:

David R Leonard, DHSc, MMS, PA-C, Dip.Act. (he/him/his)

Reader, Physician Associate MSc | Brunel Medical School | CHMLS

]]> episodic no David R Leonard david.leonard@brunel.ac.uk false full Inside Year One - The Reality of Becoming a Physician Associate Inside Year One - The Reality of Becoming a Physician Associate 2 1 David R Leonard This episode explores what the first year of Physician Associate training is really like. We look at the intensity of PA education, the academic and personal challenges students face, and what helps when balancing study, placements, and life outside the programme. The conversation also touches on GMC regulation and how students view the future of the PA role in UK healthcare.

Host David R Leonard is joined by Eman and Anmol, two students from Brunel University’s 2024–26 Physician Associate cohort. They share honest reflections on starting the programme, adapting to its pace, and the rewards that come with progressing through Year One.

A grounded discussion for anyone considering the PA pathway, currently in training, or wanting a realistic insight into the demands of becoming a Physician Associate.

]]> <p>This episode explores what the first year of Physician Associate training is really like. We look at the intensity of PA education, the academic and personal challenges students face, and what helps when balancing study, placements, and life outside the programme. The conversation also touches on GMC regulation and how students view the future of the PA role in UK healthcare.</p><p>Host <strong>David R Leonard</strong> is joined by <strong>Eman</strong> and <strong>Anmol</strong>, two students from Brunel University’s 2024–26 Physician Associate cohort. They share honest reflections on starting the programme, adapting to its pace, and the rewards that come with progressing through Year One.</p><p>A grounded discussion for anyone considering the PA pathway, currently in training, or wanting a realistic insight into the demands of becoming a Physician Associate.</p> 803a3d0e-110c-49a9-9387-1342489066fb https://redcircle.com/shows/e6662e98-9727-447c-a1c6-671e8be62c0c/episodes/52ff42d8-cfda-490a-b0ed-7ecba7a409f9 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:45 +0000 2212 false full From Struggles to Success - A Physician Associate’s Journey From Struggles to Success - A Physician Associate’s Journey 1 1 David R Leonard We explore the realities of Physician Associate training and early career progression in the UK in this debut episode of Brunel PAs CONNECT. The discussion covers academic setbacks, resilience, intensive study, and working in primary care, highlighting what truly matters when navigating PA education and clinical practice.

Host David R Leonard is joined by Rowena de la Rama, a Brunel University PA graduate now working as a GP Physician Associate within the NHS. Rowena shares her journey from difficult A-level results to achieving a first-class degree, along with reflections on the evolving PA role in UK healthcare.

A grounded, honest conversation for anyone considering, training for, or working within the Physician Associate profession.

]]> <p>We explore the realities of Physician Associate training and early career progression in the UK in this debut episode of Brunel PAs CONNECT. The discussion covers academic setbacks, resilience, intensive study, and working in primary care, highlighting what truly matters when navigating PA education and clinical practice.</p><p>Host <strong>David R Leonard</strong> is joined by <strong>Rowena de la Rama</strong>, a Brunel University PA graduate now working as a GP Physician Associate within the NHS. Rowena shares her journey from difficult A-level results to achieving a first-class degree, along with reflections on the evolving PA role in UK healthcare.</p><p>A grounded, honest conversation for anyone considering, training for, or working within the Physician Associate profession.</p> df4fc93f-bef5-4a6f-b212-f62ea62e73f5 https://redcircle.com/shows/e6662e98-9727-447c-a1c6-671e8be62c0c/episodes/a0907206-6a45-437a-8103-dd2dcc3894f2 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:10 +0000 2653 false