Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
No, nurse practitioners aren’t doctors. However, there are some states where nurse practitioners have full practice authority – in these cases, they are able to act as primary care providers. NPs also work in outpatient care centers, educational services and the offices of other healthcare practitioners. 14 Since the U.S.
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