On May 6, Sara Abdelmalak, MS/PA '26, will graduate from PCOM Georgia’s Physician Assistant (PA) program. Supported by a Navy scholarship, she will serve as a commissioned officer in the Navy, providing care to service members and their families in diverse settings, aligning her passion for service with her aspiration to provide high-quality care.
“It is a responsibility I take with great pride, as it allows me to lead and uphold the values of the Navy.”
Growing up in Egypt, Abdelmalak saw how access to health care varied between communities, which ultimately motivated her to pursue a career in health care. She chose PCOM Georgia because of its commitment to training compassionate, well-rounded healthcare providers who are equally committed to serving diverse communities.
“A major advantage at the College is that many of the professors and faculty members are still practicing physician assistants, which means they bring real, up-to-date clinical experience into the classroom,” she said. “Learning from instructors who are actively working in the field allows students to gain practical insights and better understand the realities of day-to-day patient care.”
Inspired by her mother’s strength and selflessness, Abdelmalak strives to embody these qualities in her career as a physician assistant. “Growing up, I watched her work hard and make sacrifices to ensure that our family was supported, often putting the needs of others before her own without hesitation.”
Her advice for those coming after her is to stay focused on your purpose. “Remember, you’re not studying for the test, you’re studying to become a great provider for your future patients.”
PCOM Georgia has been serving students and the community for 20 years as a branch campus of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), a private, not-for-profit, accredited institution of higher education established in 1899. Located in Suwanee (Gwinnett County), PCOM Georgia offers doctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, pharmacy and physical therapy. Graduate degrees are offered in biomedical sciences, medical laboratory science and physician assistant studies. The campus joins PCOM South Georgia in Moultrie in helping to meet the healthcare needs of the state. Emphasizing "a whole person" approach to care, PCOM Georgia focuses on educational excellence, interprofessional education and service to the community. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 678-225-7500. The campus is also home to the Georgia Osteopathic Care Center, an osteopathic manipulative medicine clinic, which is open to the public by appointment. For more information, visit pcomgeorgiahealth.org.
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