Elisabeth Gaines

Elisabeth Gaines, DMSc, PA-C, is a Clinical Assistant Professor and the Director of Clinical Education in the Physician Associate Program at Berry College. She is a Berry College alumna with deep institutional ties, also serving as a Berry parent and faculty member. Her role centers on clinical education and mentoring future physician associates.

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Berry College, Mt. Berry, GA
• Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL
• Doctor of Medical Science in Medical Education Concentration, University of Lynchburg, Lynchburg, VA

Her primary teaching interests include pediatrics, oncology, hematology, and patient education. She emphasizes holistic patient care, integrating emotional, social, and cultural aspects into clinical practice. Her research interest focuses on drug safety, particularly the risk of anaphylaxis associated with excipients like polysorbate 80, polyethylene glycol, and polyoxyl castor oil in oncologic and hematologic therapies.

Although no publications are listed in the provided text, her clinical expertise and educational focus suggest active engagement in applied medical education and patient safety research within clinical training contexts.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Academy of Physician Assistants
• PA Education Association
• Georgia Association of Physician Assistants
• Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology

Dr. Gaines has over 20 years of clinical experience as a physician assistant, having served in pediatrics (2002–2007), family medicine (2010–2013), asthma and allergy (2011–2012), and oncology/hematology (2013–present). She has mentored students and new PAs, particularly in hematology/oncology, and is passionate about clinical precepting and orientation. No grants or student advisees are mentioned in the text.

She is actively involved in the Physician Associate Department at Berry College, contributing to clinical training and program development. Her leadership as Director of Clinical Education underscores her commitment to shaping the next generation of physician associates through experiential learning and patient-centered education.