
Department
NeurosurgeryJena R Smith, PA-C, MSBS
Advanced Practice Provider
Personal Statement:
I have five months of experience in a primarily outpatient clinic-based position evaluating and providing expert recommendations for a full spectrum of adult neurosurgical problems at a large university-based academic institution working with multiple neurosurgeons. I work closely with supervising physicians in performing history and physical examinations, interpreting neurological imaging including plain films, CT and MR studies, and devising diagnostic and therapeutic treatment plans for new patient consultations and provide short and long term follow up post-surgical care. I take advantage of every opportunity, when available, to first assist in surgery to maintain my surgical skills. Attendance to weekly academic lectures including grand rounds and conferences.
Education
2008 Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences - PA
Physician Assistant The University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA
2005 BS in Biology & Minor in Chemistry Biology University of Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, SD, USA
Awards & Accomplishments
01/2008 Research Excellence Award for an Exemplary Original Research Project: University of Toledo An Assessment of the Knowledge and Attitudes of Ohio Physician Assistants Regarding Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation
01/2007 Health Sciences Campus Tuition Scholarship: University of Toledo
01/2002 Joseph E. Salsbury Scholarship: Honors Scholarship: Joseph E. Salsbury Scholarship, USF. 2002-2005