Lily Whiteside, PA-C, is a physician assistant with special interests in neurosurgery, acute care, and wellness.

She earned her Master of Science in physician assistant studies from Kettering College. Lily completed her neurosurgery rotation at a Kettering Health Brain & Spine practice as part of her clinical rotations. Before her role with Kettering Health, she worked as a neurosurgery physician assistant in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Lily became an advanced practice provider because she always wanted to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. She was drawn to the physician assistant profession because of its patient-centered approach, the ability to collaborate closely with other healthcare providers, and the continuous opportunities for learning and growth. Because medicine is constantly evolving, being a physician assistant enables her to stay intellectually engaged while continuing to provide high-quality care to her patients.

In her spare time, Lily enjoys hiking, running, doing anything outdoors, and spending time with her friends and family.

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.