Ella R.

Education

• Miami University Graduate Student, Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies, 2025-Current
• Elmhurst University, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Minored in Psychology, 2021-2025

Health Care Experience

• Patient Care Technician on an ICU step down unit
• Home Health Aide for patients on hospice
• Certified Nursing Assistant at a skilled nursing facility

Certifications

• AHA-ACLS
• AHA-BLS
• Certified Nursing Assistant

Research

• Citi-Program-Human Research, Humans as Subjects IRB Basic Course
• Health Policy Advocacy Topic: Access to Healthcare-Poster Presentation
• Research interest: Impact of rural living on the development and delay in seeking treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease

Prior Research Activities

• General undergraduate lab experience, including assisting Dr. Amy Hebert, PhD, with research on the impact of stress on the development of neurodegenerative diseases during undergraduate school at Elmhurst University

Community Interests and Activities

• Member: American Academy of Physician Associates
• Member: Ohio Association of Physician Assistants
• Member: Ohio Rural Health Association

Clinical Interests

• Cardiology
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Plastic Surgery

“Why Miami?”

“I was initially drawn to Miami because of its reputation as one of the best universities in the country. When I stepped on campus for my interview, I was immediately impressed by the facilities, opportunities for clinical research and outstanding PA faculty members. Finding a PA program that allowed me to learn hands-on via the use of the anatomy lab was extremely important to me, and Miami provided that. While I had not had much experience in terms of rural health, I valued Miami’s emphasis on clinical research for underserved populations, specifically in rural areas of the country. Finally, I was extremely impressed by the PA faculty members’ experience and knowledge. I knew that I would be supported yet challenged every day from the best of the best PAs.”