Jay C. Somers

Jay C. Somers, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA serves as Adjunct Faculty in the Doctor of Medical Science Program at University of Lynchburg's School of Medicine and Health Sciences since 2023, teaching graduate courses in adult behavioral medicine.

His academic credentials include:

• DHSc in Physician Assistant Education from A.T. Still University
• MS in Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
• BA in Humanities and Social Sciences from Shimer College

Dr. Somers' research integrates clinical psychiatry with nutritional science, examining how dietary patterns affect mental health outcomes while addressing ethical challenges in modern medical practice. His work emphasizes physician well-being and technology-driven patient care solutions, particularly in telepsychiatry applications and digital health ethics.

His professional recognition includes:

• Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (DFAAPA)

As an adjunct faculty member, Dr. Somers focuses exclusively on classroom instruction for the Doctor of Medical Science program without research supervision duties. He teaches PA 956 and PA 957 covering adult psychiatric assessment and treatment, drawing from his clinical expertise in nutritional psychiatry and medical ethics. No research laboratory or grant-funded projects are associated with his current academic role.