A Physician Assistant is a licensed healthcare professional, who works under the supervision of a licensed physician. A PA provides a broad range of health care services, traditionally offered by physicians, to prevent and treat illness and injury. Physician Assistants counsel on preventive health care, order and interpret tests, perform physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries, assist in surgery and write prescriptions.
Sarah Larch, PA-C
Sarah Larch, PA-C graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor of Science in 2000. She received her Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies from George Washington University in 2005. She joined Newton Wellesley Orthopedic Associates in 2005. In her leisure time, she enjoys yoga, scuba diving and traveling.
Kristen Imbresia, PA-C
Kristen Imbresia, PA-C graduated from Skidmore College in 2003 with a degree in General Biology. She attended Quinnipiac University where she completed her Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2007. When she is not working she enjoys hiking and skiing.
Joanna Bernacik, PA-C
Joanna Bernacik graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She received a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2004 from the University of New England. She joined NWOA Hand Division in 2006. In her spare time she enjoys running, spinning, and hiking.
Lindsey Nichols, PA-C
Lindsey Nichols, PA-C, received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama in 2003 in Laboratory Technology and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Auburn University in Chemistry In 2004. She was elected to the Lambda Tau Honor Society at Auburn University. She received her degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Long Island University in Brooklyn, New York in 2008. She joined NWOA in December, 2008. In her leisure time she enjoys running and travel.
