Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity

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Knee & Hip Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine

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Shoulder & Elbow, Sports Medicine

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General, Joint & Trauma, Sports Medicine

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General Orthopedics, Orthopedic Trauma, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hand, Pediatric Orthopedics

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Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar Spine Surgery and Medicine

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Adult and Pediatric Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Trauma

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Board certified foot and ankle surgery

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Patricia graduated with a bachelor’s in biology from the State University of New York at Cortland. She earned an additional BS from George Washington University graduating from the physician assistant program in 1997. She has been specializing in orthopedics for 12 years and primarily works with Dr. Brian McDermott assisting in all aspects of patient care including surgical first assist.

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Joy received her bachelor’s in health science from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania while a member of the LHU Lady Eagles basketball team. She completed the physician assistant program at Emory University School of Medicine, where she earned a master’s degree in December of 1991. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She has a 16 year clinical experience in neurosurgery and is proficient in adult spine and general orthopedics. She joined FOA in 2008, working closely with Dr. Accousti, sharing a special interest in disorders affecting the shoulder.

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Nikki received her bachelor’s degree in sports medicine and health and exercise science from Guilford College. Nicole was a college athlete and student athletic trainer while in her undergraduate education. She went on to complete her master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Jefferson College of Health Sciences. She works primarily with Dr. Zijerdi assisting in all clinical aspects including patient care and surgical assist. She is a member of multiple organizations including the AAPA and VAPA.

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Kaitlyn received her bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Virginia Tech. She attended Shenandoah University where she completed the Physician Assistant program and received her master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She works in the clinical setting primarily with Dr. Constantine treating patients with conditions and injuries involving the upper extremity.

Stacey received her bachelors in Health Sciences from James Madison University in 2014. She went on to work as a clinic assistant in a physical therapy for 2 years prior to returning to JMU to complete her Masters in Physician Assistant studies. She graduated in December 2018. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She previously spent 2 years working as a PA in Spine and Pain Management. She joined Mary Washington Orthopedics in early 2021 and works closely with Dr. Baqaie, with a focus on disorders affecting the spine.

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