Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are advanced healthcare practitioners with similar responsibilities, such as diagnosing illnesses and prescribing medications. However, their training and paths toward certification differ in significant ways. This blog post unpacks the key differences between NPs and PAs to help you determine which career path best aligns with your goals. What Is a Nurse Practitioner? A nurse practitioner (NP) is a licensed clinician who provides comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages. An NP can work in virtually any healthcare setting, diagnosing patient conditions and prescribing medications. As of October 2022, nurse practitioners have full practice authority in 27 states, meaning that they can practice Read more
Dr. Bonnie L. Rogulj completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia, graduating with honors, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy at Old Dominion University. Presently, Dr. Rogulj is an assistant professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and a licensed staff physical therapist in Florida and Virginia. She completed an accredited geriatric residency at Brooks Institute for Higher Learning and is a board-certified geriatric specialist.
Dr. Rogulj is currently completing a Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration at Liberty University. She is also a certified community Stepping On instructor and Mental Health First Aid instructor. Dr. Rogulj is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Florida Physical Therapy Association. She is an advocate for fall prevention in our community and has created events to promote health and wellness. Dr. Rogulj is interested in research with an emphasis on aging, wellness and higher education.
