Physician Assistant
Stacy joined Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush the summer of 2004. She currently serves as Dr. Gregory Nicholson's physician assistant specializing in sports injuries and arthritic conditions specifically related to the shoulder. Stacy's previous physician assistant employment included the specialty of Orthopaedic Trauma as well as didactic coordinator of the Physician Assistant Orthopaedic Residency Program at Lutheran General Hospital.
Physician
Clinical Responsibilities
- Takes patient histories
- Performs physical examinations
- Administers injections
- Orders and interprets laboratory tests and imaging studies
- Schedules surgeries
- Surgical assisting
- Formulating diagnoses and treatment plans
Education
Illinois Bone and Joint Physician Assistant Orthopaedic Residency Program
- Post Graduate Training, July 2003
Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School
- Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies, June 2002
University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
- Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science/Athletic Training, December 1998
Gulf Coast Community College, Panama City, Florida
- Associate of Arts, Pre Med, August 1995
Professional Certifications and Licenses
- NCCPA, Certified Physician Assistant
- NATA, Certified Athletic Trainer
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Illinois Association of Physician Assistants
- National Athletic Trainers' Association
Stacy has office hours at the following location:
Orthopedic Building at Rush
