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Johana Larios, PA-C, MPAS

 

Johana Larios, PA-C, MPAS

Member of VSI team since:

2013

Prior to VSI:

Johana spent three years as a Physician Assistant in Orthopedic Surgery

Education:

Master of Physician Assistant Sciences from Barry University, Miami Shores, FL
Bachelor of Biological Sciences from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified
Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support (BLS/ACLS) Certified

License:

Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine

Professional Memberships:

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2010
Virginia Academy of Physician Assistant (VAPA) since 2012

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

 

Thao Nguyen, PA-C, MPAS

Member of VSI team since:

2010

Education:

Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Shenandoah University, VA
Bachelor of Science in the College of Humanities and Science at Virginia Commonwealth University

Residency/Fellowship:

One year residency in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders

Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified
Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support (BLS/ACLS) Certified

License:

Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine

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

 

Lindsay Orosz, PA-C, MPAS

Member of VSI team since:

2009

Prior to VSI:

Lindsay spent two years as a Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery

Education:

Master of Physician Assistant Sciences from Seton Hall University, NJ
Bachelor of Biological Sciences from Rutgers University, NJ

Residency/Fellowship:

One year residency and one year fellowship in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders

Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified
Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support (BLS/ACLS) Certified

License:

Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine
Licensed by the Maryland Board of Medicine

Professional Memberships:

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2003
Virginia Academy of Physician Assistant (VAPA) since 2006

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

 

Tracy B. Perkins, PA-C, MMSc

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

Education:

Master of Medical Science from Yale University School of Medicine, CT
Physician Assistant Certificate from Yale University School of Medicine, CT
Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Binghamton University, NY

Residency/Fellowship:

One year residency and one year fellowship in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders

Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified
Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support (BLS/ACLS) Certified

License:

Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine

Professional Memberships:

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) since 2003
Virginia Academy of Physician Assistant (VAPA) since 2006

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

 

Blair Snyder, PA-C

Member of VSI team since:

2011

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Long Island University-Brooklyn, NY
Bachelor of Science in Biology from Loyola College, MD

Residency:

One year residency in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders

Certifications:

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certified 
Advanced Cardiac Life Support/ Basic Life Support (BLS/ACLS) Certified

License:

Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine

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!


 

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