Jamie Hammond

Jamie Hammond is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. She joined the faculty in 2018 and is actively involved in clinical practice, education, and student advising. She currently practices in addiction medicine and serves as advisor to the Physician Assistant Student Society.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Pre-Med, Waynesburg University
• Master of Science in Biology, Chatham University
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Chatham University

Her research and professional interests focus on best practices in student advising, community engagement, and clinical education for physician assistants. With clinical experience in neurosurgery, primary care, pulmonology, and sleep medicine, her work bridges clinical expertise and academic training. She previously served in the National Health Service Corps in rural North Carolina and Pennsylvania from 2008 to 2013, contributing to underserved healthcare.

Her recent publications emphasize educational assessment, admissions criteria, and clinical training resources in physician assistant education, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing PA pedagogy and program development.

Scientific Awards:

• National Health Service Corps, Loan Repayor Recipient (2009–2013)
• Distinguished Faculty Award, University of Pittsburgh SHRS Department of Physician Assistant Studies (2019)
• Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Educator of the Year Award (2021)

She is an active member of professional organizations including the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and Pennsylvania Rural Health Association. Her advising role with the Physician Assistant Student Society highlights her dedication to student development and mentorship. No specific grants are mentioned, but her service in the National Health Service Corps indicates prior receipt of service-based funding.

She is associated with the Physician Assistant Studies (MS) program and contributes to both on-campus and hybrid educational tracks. Her work supports the development of future PAs through curriculum innovation and clinical training leadership.