Marc Anderson
Calhoun
Summary
Physician Assistant with surgical and peri-operative experience in orthopedic, vascular, and general surgery settings. Skilled in neurologic and musculoskeletal evaluation, imaging correlation, and post-operative patient management. Experienced assisting in the operating room and managing acute surgical conditions. Seeking a Neurosurgery PA role where I can contribute in clinic, inpatient care, and operative services.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
AOSM Clinic
Dalton, GA
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Perform comprehensive musculoskeletal and neurologic examinations including motor strength, sensory, reflex, and radiculopathy assessment
- Evaluate acute injuries and chronic degenerative conditions; develop treatment plans with supervising surgeons
- Interpret imaging including X-ray, CT, and MRI to guide management decisions
- Assist in operative procedures including positioning, exposure, retraction, hemostasis, and layered closure
- Provide peri-operative patient management including admission orders, post-operative care, discharge planning, and follow-up evaluation
- Monitor for surgical complications including infection, neurovascular compromise, and compartment syndrome
- Perform joint injections, reductions, wound care, and suture/staple removal
- Educate patients on recovery expectations, activity restrictions, and medication use
- Coordinate care with physical therapy, pain management, and primary care providers
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Suwanee, GA07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA12.2020
Skills
- Comprehensive neuro exams (motor, sensory, reflex, gait)
- Radiculopathy and myelopathy assessment
- Neurovascular monitoring and post-operative change recognition
- Correlation of clinical findings with MRI, CT, and X-ray
- Evaluation of spinal alignment and fracture patterns
- Pre- and post-operative patient management
- Wound and drain care, complication monitoring
- Pain control and discharge planning
Neurologic & Musculoskeletal Evaluation
Imaging
Peri-Operative Care
- Wound closure (subcuticular closure, staples, Dermabond, etc)
- Splinting and immobilization
- Joint/soft tissue injections and I&D
- Venipuncture, arterial draws, catheter placement
- Basic airway management and resuscitation support
- Recognition of neurologic and surgical emergencies
- Floor triage and interdisciplinary communication
- Patient and family education
Procedures
Acute Care & Teamwork
Certification
BLS
NCCPA
Timeline
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
AOSM Clinic
07.2024 - 01.2026
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Dalton State College