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ALLISON WHITTLESEY, PA

At Southwest Scoliosis and Spine Institute, we are proud to offer advanced treatment and compassionate, individual care from our board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians, nurses, and care coordinators.
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Allison Whittlesey, MS, PA-C

Allison Whittlesey , MS, PA-C

Allison Whittlesey, MS, PA-C is a nationally-certified and Texas-licensed Physician Assistant (PA). Furthermore, she grew up in Southern California and moved to Texas to attend Southern Methodist University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Health & Society and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with minors in Chemistry and Biology. Then she attended Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX where she earned a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies and served as the Vice President of her class. As a Certified Physician Assistant, Allison can provide medical services that would otherwise be performed by physicians.

EDUCATION

Baylor College of Medicine, June 2017 – December 2019

  • Master of Science:  Physician Assistant Studies

Southern Methodist University, August 2012 – May 2019

  • Bachelor of Science: Health and Society, Physiological Emphasis
  • Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
  • Minors: Chemistry and Biology

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
  • Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiner
  • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

Physician Assistant Benefits

Physician assistants (PAs) offer a variety of advantages for both patients and the healthcare system as a whole. Here’s a breakdown of some key benefits:

Increased Access to Care:

  • They can see patients for routine check-ups, diagnose and treat illnesses, and prescribe medications, alleviating the burden on busy physicians.
  • PAs can often handle routine procedures efficiently, freeing up physicians’ time for more complex cases.
  • They can build strong relationships with patients and advocate for their needs within the healthcare system.
  • PAs can work in a variety of medical specialties, from family medicine to surgery.
  • They can adapt their skills and knowledge to meet the needs of different patient populations.
  • PAs work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
  • This team-based approach can lead to better patient outcomes.
  • While PAs cannot perform all the tasks a physician can, they play a vital role in ensuring patients have access to quality healthcare.
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