TABLE 1.

Questionnaire and interview topics for each participant groups

Participant group	Topics included in the questionnaire
Physician Associate ‐ questionnaire	Perceptions of patient views on the role How they perceived their role in MDT How prepared they felt for the role Perceived their input in the MDT Supervision and CPD training Satisfaction about their role
Extra topics for interview	How PAs address patients Patient response to PA care Team integration Employment of PAs—barriers/benefits Social acceptance Future of PAs
Staff in MDT's ‐ questionnaire	Patient awareness of PAs Confidence in healthcare provided by PAs PA contribution to the MDT Supervision and CPD training of PAs
Extra topics for interview	Views on PAs employment in NHS Employment of PAs—barriers/benefits Social acceptance Future of PAs
Patients ‐ questionnaire	Knowledge of PAs involved in their care Person‐centredness of their care: approachability, listening skills, explanation and discussion of treatment Perceived safety, both now and future care by a PA
Extra topics for interview	Care received from PAs Team integration