HOFSTRA NORTHWELL

SCHOOL OF NURSING AND PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES

Inspiring Health-care Difference Makers

The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies prepares future health-care leaders through innovative, team-based learning. Combining Hofstra University’s academic excellence with Northwell Health’s clinical expertise, our programs emphasize collaboration, critical thinking, and compassionate care. Students gain the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in a complex, rapidly evolving health-care environment—locally and globally.

Departments

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Nursing

Hofstra’s Department of Nursing prepares students to become compassionate, skilled, and confident health-care professionals. With access to advanced simulation labs, interdisciplinary learning, and hands-on clinical experiences through Northwell Health, students develop the critical thinking and leadership skills needed in today’s complex health-care landscape. Our programs emphasize patient-centered care and a strong foundation in science and ethics—empowering graduates to lead and make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.

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Physician Assistant Studies

Hofstra’s Department of Physician Assistant Studies prepares students to deliver exceptional, team-based care in a wide range of medical settings. Through a rigorous, hands-on curriculum and clinical partnerships with Northwell Health, students build advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and critical thinking skills. Emphasizing compassion and collaboration, the programs equip future physician assistants to lead with confidence, serve diverse communities, and adapt to modern health care’s evolving demands.

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Explore our programs to discover the undergraduate and graduate degrees offered in Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies.

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Admission

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BS in Nursing

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DNP, MS, and Postgraduate Advanced Certificate Programs

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MS in Cardiovascular Sciences and Perfusion Medicine

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MS in Physician Assistant Studies

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BS/MS in Physician Assistant Studies

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Office Information

426 Science and Innovation Center
152 Hofstra University
Hempstead New York 11549-1520

516-463-5410

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Nursing

Associate Professor of Undergraduate Nursing

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Physician Assistant Studies

Chair and Program Director
Associate Professor

516-463-4411

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LEAD WITH CARE,
EXCEL IN PRACTICE

Train with top faculty, engage in experiential learning, and become a leader in nursing or physician assistant studies.