Ashley Burch, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. Some of the procedures she supports are coronary artery bypass surgery (open and minimally invasive), cannulation and decannulation to cardiopulmonary bypass, vein mapping and harvesting, and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.

Ashley earned her Master of Physician Assistant Practice from the University of Dayton and her Bachelor of Science from The Ohio State University. She previously worked as a physical therapist assistant specializing in home care for 10 years before becoming a physician assistant.

In her spare time, Ashley enjoys traveling with her fiancé, hiking with her German Shepherds, cooking, and gardening.

What is a Certified Physician Assistant?

A physician assistant (PA) is a licensed healthcare provider who holds a master’s or doctoral degree and has advanced clinical training. They collaborate with physicians to diagnose and treat patients. Like physicians, they make referrals, provide physical exams, order and interpret tests, and prescribe medications.