Kristi E. Gruber

Kristi E. Gruber, DMSc, MEd, PA-C, serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Penn State College of Medicine (The Pennsylvania State University), where she coordinates the Orthopaedic Physician Assistant Student Elective Program and provides clinical services through Penn State Health.

Her educational credentials include a Master of Education (2010) and Associate of Science in Radiography (1995) from Pennsylvania State University, plus professional training at Pennsylvania College of Technology (2004).

Her expertise spans orthopaedic surgery, rehabilitation medicine, and physician assistant education, with emphasis on clinical training coordination for PA students in orthopaedic settings. As a practicing PA-C, she integrates hands-on patient care with academic instruction.

Her role as Rotation Coordinator demonstrates active involvement in student mentorship within the orthopaedic specialty, though specific advisee names and research grants aren't documented in the provided materials.