Kristen Morrison, PA-C, is a physician assistant working in gastroenterology.

She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Kettering College and earned her Master's in Biochemistry-Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from the University of Cincinnati. Before her role, Kristen worked as a physician assistant for five years managing patients at different levels of kidney disease.

In her spare time, Kristen enjoys reading, traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with her family. She became a physician assistant because she enjoys being able to care for people and helping them feel their best. She also loves that medicine is an evolving field where patient care is the ultimate goal.

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.