Kelly Smart

Kelly Smart is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS). She is a key faculty member in the Hybrid Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MS) program, where she contributes to both didactic and clinical education.

Education:

• Master of Science in Management (MSM), Trevecca Nazarene University

Kelly began her clinical career as a physician assistant in family medicine in 2003 and transitioned into orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, where she built over a decade of hands-on experience. She is passionate about education, having started through precepting and guest lecturing before transitioning to full-time academic work in 2017. Her clinical expertise enriches her teaching, as she continues to practice several days per month in an orthopedic urgent care clinic, bringing current patient care insights into the classroom.

Her research or publication record is not detailed in the available text, but her professional focus lies in clinical training, interprofessional education, and student mentorship within the PA field.

Scientific Awards:

• TAPA Physician/PA Team of the Year (2010)

Kelly is deeply committed to community service, volunteering regularly with unhoused populations and providing care in hospice and nursing home settings. She also plays an active role in student advising and clinical training, though formal graduate student advisees are not listed. There is no mention of research grants or laboratory affiliations.