Stephen B. Hicks, PA-C

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Get to know Physician Assistant, Stephen B. Hicks, who serves patients in Texas.

Stephen is a certified physician assistant currently in practice in San Antonio, Texas.

His academic career included attending the Community College of the Air Force and earning two Associate degrees, one in Nursing and the other in Cardiopulmonary Technology in 1978 and 1980, respectively. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Oklahoma in 1984 through the USAF Physician Assistant program.

As a testament to his success, Stephen is certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) which is the only certifying organization for Physician Assistants in the United States.

Dedicated to serving his country, he is a veteran of the United States Air Force, spending almost 21 years on active duty.  Retiring as a Captain in 1992 he began his civilian career and continues to enjoy his relationships with his patients today.

A Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) is a health care practitioner who practices medicine in collaboration with physicians. They examine patients, prescribe medicine, and order diagnostic tests. In most cases, they work under the supervision of physicians or surgeons, but they can work more independently in some states, rural areas, and inner-city areas, consulting with physicians only when they need help with cases.

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