1. Kirstie Kear, MPAS, PA-C
4770 Warner Drive  Murrysville, PA 15668  (C) 412.559.7923  Kirstie.kear@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Physician Assistant with greater than one year of experience in Internal Medicine
seeking to utilize my skills to provide quality patient-centered care.
EDUCATION
Master of Physician Assistant Studies July 2015
Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Biological Sciences Minor May 2013
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
Magna Cum Laude
WORK EXPERIENCE
Khan Medical Associates, LLC September 2015 – Present
 Performed duties of primary care provider in busy Internal Medicine practice serving
adolescents and adults ages 13 and older.
 Performed and recorded comprehensive past medical history and physical
assessment in multiple outpatient and inpatient settings including UPMC East,
UPMC Shadyside and Forbes Regional.
 Ordered diagnostic testing, interpreted results, and developed plan of care with a
great deal of autonomy for a wide range of conditions both acute and chronic
including hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease, heart failure, obesity, COPD and
chronic pain.
 Succinctly articulated patient condition, plan of care, and medical decision-making in
communication with supervising physician and other care providers.
 Provided straightforward and useful education to patients and families, which led to
building meaningful relationships.
 Proficiently utilized multiple EMR systems including Cerner, Epic and Kareo on a
daily basis.
 Promoted a team atmosphere by valuing the contribution of all faculty and staff
members as well as maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude at all times.
 Sought opportunities to improve personal practice and workplace environment
through constructive feedback and continuing education.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
2013 – Present, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants
2013 – Present, American Academy of Physician Assistants
CERTIFICATIONS
2015 – Present, NCCPA National Physician Assistant Certification
2013 – Present, Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
2012 – Present, American Red Cross Basic Life Support Certification