Scientific research is the basis of all modern health care, so physician assistant students and PAs in practice must be able to interpret medical literature and apply it to their own situation. In addition, managed care demands that PAs be able to demonstrate the quality and cost-effectiveness of the care they provide. And rising expectations are leading more and more PA students and educators to perform research for a master"s degree or career advancement.New! Chapters covering evidence-based medicine, clinical research and grant writing