Dave Nickell, PA-C, is a physician assistant at Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery in Kettering.
Dave has over 15 years of experience in healthcare, and his commitment to patient care mirrors Kettering Health's mission to improve the quality of life of the people in the communities we serve.
What is a Certified Physician Assistant?
A physician assistant (PA) is a licensed 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.
Education
Masters of Science
- 2011: Kettering College of Medical Arts
Certifications
- 2011 - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Memberships
- American Society of Physician Assistants
- Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiovascular Surgery