The mission of the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Physician Associate (PA) program is to graduate, clinically proficient, and community-focused PAs, prepared to serve as regional and national leaders.
Our 102,000 square-foot facility is located in Fort Smith, the second largest city in Arkansas.
The building features state-of-the-art technology in a scenic, natural setting.
Spend time in one of our outdoor study spaces or take a break and enjoy the natural state on one of the nearby biking and hiking trails.
Physician Associates Committed to Service at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education, we prepare physician associates to lead with compassion, clinical excellence, and a commitment to serving others. Through rigorous academic training, hands-on clinical experiences, and a mission-driven approach to healthcare, our graduates are equipped to improve patient outcomes and expand access to quality care in the communities that need it most.
Whether practicing in primary care, specialty medicine, rural health, or underserved settings, our physician associates are dedicated to making a meaningful difference—one patient, one family, and one community at a time.
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7000 Chad Colley Blvd.
Fort Smith, AR 72916
479-308-2243