Erick Nazareno, PA-C, is a physician assistant working in primary care with special interests in preventive care, lifestyle medicine, and management of chronic conditions.

He earned his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Kettering College. Erick has clinical experience in several areas and completed his family medicine clinicals at Kettering Health Medical Group Primary Care at Cornerstone Health Center. Before becoming a physician assistant, Erick worked as a medical laboratory scientist for Kettering Health for over five years.

Erick chose to become a physician assistant because it allows him to walk alongside his patients as a companion and guide toward better health. He recognizes this role as having profound responsibility and takes it very seriously.

In his spare time, Erick enjoys serving his church, spending time with his family, and playing Monopoly with his spouse. He also loves to stay active by playing basketball, tennis, disc golf, and running.

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.