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If you’re applying this cycle, we’ll work together to create a clear, actionable plan to keep you on track, ensuring your application is complete and submitted on time for early admissions. If you’re just starting out as a pre-PA student, and struggling to develop a timeline, we’ll help you figure out the courses, experience, and certifications needed to get into your dream PA school.
In our 30-minute counseling session, we’ll build a personalized roadmap that aligns with your goals and timeline, ensuring you meet all the requirements and deadlines. We’ll provide the guidance and support you need to stay organized and confident throughout the process.
Don’t let the stress of applications overwhelm you. Book your session today and set yourself up for success!
All of our coaches on The PA Platform are highly qualified, board-certified, Physician Assistants. They have all been in your shoes and understand how difficult the application process can be. Together, they will help you identify your main concerns. Your coach will create actionable personalized tips that you can implement immediately. Click on any photo below to learn even more about our board certified Pre-PA coaches!
Dbora attended Nova Southeastern University and then Keiser University for PA school. Before becoming a PA, she worked as a scribe and MA in dermatology. She uses her own experience, including her success after coaching, to now help others.
Alexandra Cooper is a practicing Dermatology Physician Assistant with experience guiding students through the PA school application process. She offers topic-specific Pre-PA counseling, including general advising, CASPA application review, GPA repair strategies, application timeline planning, school list development, and support for those still exploring the PA profession. Passionate about mentorship, Alexandra enjoys helping applicants build confidence and clarity as they pursue their goals.
Her mock interviews and coaching sessions are supportive and personalized, helping students calm nerves, strengthen their “Why PA” narrative, and present authentic, confident answers.
Alysha Naran is a practicing Urology Physician Assistant with previous experience in urgent care and primary care. She offers topic-specific Pre-PA counseling across a wide range of services, including general advising, resume review, personal statement brainstorming, CASPA application review, GPA repair, reapplicant advising, application timeline planning, school list development, supplemental planning, non-traditional and career-change guidance, and support for those still considering the PA profession.
Her coaching style is supportive and applicant-driven, allowing individuals to set the focus of each session based on their unique needs. Alysha prioritizes encouragement and flexibility, helping applicants feel confident, prepared, and supported throughout the application process.
Brooke Huggins is a practicing physician assistant with prior experience in emergency medicine and a current role in outpatient cardiology. She enjoys working closely with students and is excited to help future PAs build confidence, refine their goals, and successfully navigate the journey to PA school.
Cameron Orme is a practicing physician assistant working in interventional radiology. He enjoys helping Pre-PA students prepare for interviews, understand the PA profession, and approach the application process with confidence through clear, topic-specific guidance.
Christa M. Fleming is a practicing physician assistant with experience in primary care and urgent care settings. She offers comprehensive Pre-PA counseling, including resume review, personal statement brainstorming, reapplicant advising, and support for non-traditional students or those considering a career change. Christa takes a structured approach to interview coaching, allowing students to complete questions uninterrupted before providing detailed feedback, followed by time for questions or additional application review.
Deanna Rosenberg is a practicing physician assistant currently working in dermatology, with previous experience in plastic surgery. She offers Pre-PA counseling focused on building strong interview skills, crafting concise and well-rounded responses, and highlighting each student’s unique strengths. Deanna combines honest, constructive feedback with an encouraging approach to help students feel confident and prepared throughout the PA school application process.
Erin Moore is a physician assistant committed to helping Pre-PA students explore the PA profession and prepare for the journey ahead. She offers guidance on interviews, applications, and career planning, providing personalized support to help students gain confidence and clarity as they work toward their goals.
Faith Huynh is a practicing physician assistant in dermatology. She enjoys helping Pre-PA students gain confidence and navigate the application process. In her free time, Faith loves supporting aspiring PAs, cheering them on, and providing constructive feedback to help them achieve their goals.
Grace Streed is a practicing physician assistant in internal medicine at Mayo Clinic Hospital. Having recently gone through the PA school application process herself, she enjoys helping students gain confidence and navigate the journey successfully. In her free time, Grace loves mentoring aspiring PAs and providing practical feedback they can carry with them throughout the application and interview process.
Hanna McKay is a practicing physician assistant in primary and urgent care. She enjoys helping Pre-PA students gain confidence and navigate the application process. In her free time, Hanna loves mentoring aspiring PAs and providing a supportive, honest space for students to learn from mock interviews and refine their skills.
Hattie Hanson completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree, and has experience in academic hospital medicine, including the University of Colorado Hospital Medicine APP Fellowship. She has also taught PANCE/PANRE review courses for Blueprint PA.
Jacinda Chan is a practicing physician assistant in dermatology. She enjoys helping Pre-PA students gain confidence and navigate the PA school application process. In her free time, Jacinda loves supporting aspiring PAs and providing guidance that helps them present their best selves to admissions committees.
Jamie Trudell completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree, and has practiced in emergency medicine and now outpatient pediatrics.
Jenna Vogelsang completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in cardiothoracic surgery. Loves helping students brainstorm personal statements, plan application timelines, create school lists, and gain confidence as they explore the PA profession.
Jill Slonaker completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced as a hospitalist PA, urgent care PA, and now in family practice. Jill loves helping students gain confidence, brainstorm personal statements, and explore the PA profession.
Jourdyn Koebe completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in emergency medicine. Jourdyn loves helping students gain confidence, refine their applications, and navigate the PA school journey with positivity and poise.
Julia Bazzini completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in internal medicine and PM&R.
Kathryn Allen completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in pediatrics as well as primary and urgent care. Kathryn loves helping students gain confidence, recognize their strengths, and navigate the PA school application process.
Kristie La Monica completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced as a Spine PA, ENT PA, and Women’s Health PA, while also teaching Human Disease at the university level. Kristie loves helping students gain confidence and navigate the PA school application process with thoughtful, supportive guidance.
Kyra Panni Dunn completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in hospital medicine through an APP fellowship at Johns Hopkins and in emergency medicine at Baptist in Jacksonville.
Laura Beth Meschke completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced as a hospitalist PA and now as an inpatient nephrology PA. LauraBeth loves helping students gain confidence and refine their interview skills while navigating the PA school application process.
Lauren Kilburn completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in family medicine, orthopedic spine surgery, and now breast surgical oncology. A reader and weightlifter in her free time, Lauren loves helping students find their confidence and navigate the PA school application.
Lindsay Brown completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in hospitalist, urology, and infectious disease settings.
Marissa Roberts completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced at the Pediatric Center at Johns Hopkins. Marissa loves helping students gain confidence and identify their strengths while navigating the PA school application.
Meghan Rico completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in family medicine in Vermont. Meghan loves helping students gain confidence, recognize their unique strengths, and navigate the PA school application and interview process successfully.
Monica Cheng completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in inpatient neurosurgery, inpatient hematology/oncology, primary care, and now inpatient/outpatient neurointerventional radiology.
Ngan Lam completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced as a surgical PA in head & neck and plastics/reconstructive surgery, in infectious diseases, and now in PA leadership and professional education.
Peter Alfano completed his PA studies after earning his undergraduate degree and has practiced in primary care.
Sam Berk completed their PA studies after earning their undergraduate degree and has practiced in Planned Parenthood, sports medicine, and urology.
Vincent Nguyen completed his PA studies after earning his undergraduate degree and has practiced in orthopedic trauma, emergency medicine, urgent care, and now interventional radiology.
Sarah Mills completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in cardiology, including general outpatient cardiology, heart failure clinics, inpatient heart failure, and as a transplant coordinator.
Isabella Bullock completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in cardiothoracic surgery.
Madison Frick completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in OBGYN.
Jordan Wolff completed their PA studies after earning their undergraduate degree and has practiced in critical care through an APP fellowship.
Sloan’s supportive yet direct coaching helps applicants pinpoint strengths and address weaknesses. Students leave every session with actionable steps and the confidence to master the PA application process.
Courtney Krause completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in primary care.
Alyssa Jennings completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in plastic surgery and dermatology.
Madaleine O’Donnell completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in trauma surgery and acute care general surgery.
Tatjana Velikopoljski completed her PA studies after earning her undergraduate degree and has practiced in NICU and nursery care. A mentor and lifelong learner in her free time, Tatjana loves helping students gain confidence and navigate the PA school application and interview process.