Physician Assistants
Johana Larios, PA-C, MPAS
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Member of VSI team since: |
2013 |
Prior to VSI: |
Johana spent three years as a Physician Assistant in Orthopedic Surgery |
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Education: |
Master of Physician Assistant Sciences from Barry University, Miami Shores, FL |
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Certifications: |
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified |
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License: |
Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine |
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Professional Memberships: |
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2010 |
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Fun Fact: |
Johana loves traveling and is a self proclaimed foodie! In her spare time she enjoys trying something new, whether that is a dance class, new restaurant, or learning a new language. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and above all being an aunt to her nieces and nephew. |
Thao Nguyen, PA-C, MPAS
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Member of VSI team since: |
2010 |
Education: |
Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Shenandoah University, VA |
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Residency/Fellowship: |
One year residency in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders |
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Certifications: |
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified |
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License: |
Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine |
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Fun Fact: |
When she isn’t practicing her guitar she enjoys going to music concerts and spending time outdoors. One of her favorite weekend activities include trying out new restaurants and cooking her favorite cuisine which includes Vietnamese, Chinese, American, and Italian. |
Lindsay Orosz, PA-C, MPAS
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Member of VSI team since: |
2009 |
Prior to VSI: |
Lindsay spent two years as a Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery |
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Education: |
Master of Physician Assistant Sciences from Seton Hall University, NJ |
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Residency/Fellowship: |
One year residency and one year fellowship in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders |
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Certifications: |
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified |
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License: |
Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine |
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Professional Memberships: |
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2003 |
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Fun Fact: |
Since returning from her recent trip to Italy, Lindsay has a new found appreciation for cooking, trying new recipes, and eating! |
Tracy B. Perkins, PA-C, MMS
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Member of VSI team since: |
2003 |
Prior to VSI: |
Tracy spent one year as a Physician Assistant in Orthopaedic Surgery; leading up to her career as a PA she held a position as an EMT and medical assistant/orthopaedic tech |
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Education: |
Master of Medical Science from Yale University School of Medicine, CT |
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Residency/Fellowship: |
One year residency and one year fellowship in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders |
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Certifications: |
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified |
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License: |
Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine |
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Professional Memberships: |
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2003 |
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Fun Fact: |
Tracy possesses an impressive track record with avid participation in a diverse range of sports. During high school and college she worked as a ski instructor in the winter and sailing instructor in the summer. She also played women’s lacrosse competitively in college. |
Blair Snyder, PA-C
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Member of VSI team since: |
2011 |
Education: |
Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Long Island University-Brooklyn, NY |
Residency: |
One year residency in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders |
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Certifications: |
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified |
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License: |
Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine |
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Fun Fact: |
Blair digs volleyball! She spent 12 years playing competitively and she also coached at the NCAA level for Providence College and Hofstra University. She also enjoys visiting her family in Wisconsin to fulfill her love of airplanes (especially fighter jets) at the Oshkosh AirShow! |




