The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies aims to be the global leader in interprofessional education preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies incorporates the diverse academic programs and infrastructure of Hofstra University, as well as the significant clinical activities and educational resources of Northwell Health.
The Degree for You
Our Programs
Explore our programs to see the undergraduate and graduate degrees offered in Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies.
Undergraduate
Graduate
Hands-On Learning
Clinical Resources
The cornerstone of developing the next generation of nurse practitioners requires extensive opportunities for clinical practice.
The Latest
Nursing
New Interim Leadership
Kristy Loewenstein, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, NPD-BC, NEA-BC will serve as interim dean, and Carina Loscalzo, EdD, MS, PA-C will serve as interim vice dean.
How Simulation and Gaming make better PAs
Health care is not fun and games, but adding in a little friendly competition to medical simulation exercises can improve students’ teamwork and diagnostic skills, the Hofstra Northwell Physician Assistant Studies program found.
Nursing School Paves the Way for First-Year Success
We all know the realities – the nursing profession is facing shortages; COVID-19 wreaked havoc on STEM education; and becoming a nurse is HARD!
Graduate Nursing Students Celebrate Milestone
37 graduate students from the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Students received their white coats at the annual White Coat Ceremony.
Nursing School Supports First-Year Undergrads and High School Students with Full-Day Program
When students enter their first year of college, especially with a demanding discipline like nursing, they need support, guidance, and resources.
Nursing Professor Honored with Public Relations Award
Michael Greco, PhD, DNP, CRNA, AGACNP-BC, CHSE, FNAP, FAANA, assistant professor of graduate nursing at the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, received the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) award for public relations at its 2023 Annual Congress.
How to Apply
Admission
About the School
The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing and physician assistant studies, with experiential learning facilities that offer the opportunity to integrate both theory and practice in diverse academic and clinical settings with a variety of healthcare professionals and scholars.
Contact the School
Physician Assistant Studies
J. Scott Gould
Chair and Program Director
Associate Professor
Phone: 516-463-4411
Our Offices
Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
426 Science and Innovation Center
Hempstead New York 11549
