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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
Physician Assistants in orthopedics perform history and physicals, order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications and therapy. In addition to first assisting at surgery, procedures provided by PAs include wound closures and debridements, injection of joints and fracture management. In the hospital, PAs conduct post-op rounds, write orders, and perform admission and discharge work. They all have broad medical training at accredited programs and work with all of our sub-specialty orthopedic surgeons both in the clinic and the hospital setting.
Our Physician Assistants have been specifically chosen due to their outstanding performance within their training programs and professional positions. We must underscore that we only offer positions to join our team to physician assistants that have performed within the top echelon of their training programs and professional positions. Each works closely with our physicians in a supportive role both in the clinic and hospital environment to provide the very best care within a team-oriented environment.
Elizabeth Cassidy, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Education:
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Merrimack College
Graduate: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS, Boston)
Memberships:
Certified by and member of the NCCPA (National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants)
Liz is joining Coastal Orthopedic Associates with over 10 years of experience as a Physician Assistant. Her desire to work in the medical field began in high school after she injured her knee playing field hockey. She began her career as an athletic trainer as she was passionate about working with injured athletes. Yearning for a more extensive role in patient care, she pursued a career as a PA.
After obtaining her Master’s Degree in PA studies, she began working at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In this role, she worked with patients undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy, as well as complex hand and facial transplant recipients. Her passion for working in a surgical specialty grew during her time at BWH. She later joined the orthopedic team at Cambridge Health Alliance where she worked closely with a hand and upper extremity surgeon.
As a Beverly native, Liz is excited to be joining a practice with deep roots in her community. Seven years of working in a busy hand surgery practice in Boston has given her a foundation of knowledge and experience that will help her provide comprehensive care to our patients.
She enjoys spending her free time with her husband and two very active young children. She also enjoys skiing, attending shows at the North Shore Music Theater, a good spa day and vacationing in Naples, FL.
Tamara Decker, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Education:
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science, Biology, Saint Anselm College
Graduate: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Tamara is joining Coastal Orthopedic Associates with over 10 years of experience as a Physician Assistant. She started her career as a PA working in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UMass Memorial Medical Center. In this role, she gained experience working with patients with hand and upper extremity injuries as well as complex wound and burn injuries.
She later joined the Orthopedic Department at Cambridge Health Alliance where she worked closely with the Chief of Orthopedics for 8 years. She provided general orthopedic care and specialized primarily in total joint replacements. During her time at CHA she served as the Chief PA for 3 years. She also worked as a consultant for MCPHS, teaching PA students proper surgical scrub techniques in the OR.
Tamara is a native to Danvers and currently lives in Beverly with her husband, 2 young daughters and red fox lab. She is very excited to be working closer to home and joining our growing practice. Outside of work she enjoys baking, swimming and skiing. She also loves traveling with her family and visiting Cape Cod in the summer.
Julia Wyner PA-C
Physician Assistant
Education:
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Westfield State University
Graduate: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Elon University
​Julia began her career with Coastal Orthopedics as medical assistant and certified athletic trainer and is thrilled to return to the practice after completing her Physician Assistant education and training. Her interest in orthopedics began in high school through a sports medicine course, which sparked a passion for musculoskeletal care. This led her to pursue a career in athletic training before ultimately becoming a Physician Assistant.
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With a background in athletic training, Julia brings valuable experience in orthopedic evaluation, injury management, and rehabilitation. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and strives to help patients regain function and return safely to the activities that are important to them.
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As a lifelong resident of the North Shore, Julia enjoys spending time at the beach, cheering on the New England Patriots on football Sundays, exploring new coffee shops, and spending time with family & friends.
Joseph Guarino PA-C
Physician Assistant
Education:
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Sports Biology, Springfield College
Graduate: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Arcadia University
Joe is joining Coastal Orthopedic Associates with over 5 years of experience as a Physician Assistant. He started his career as a PA working in the urgent care setting for AFC Urgent Care. While working in the urgent care setting he gained an interest in, and gravitated towards, treating orthopedic-related injuries. He decided to make the switch to the specialty of orthopedics in 2022, and hasn’t turned back.
He then joined North Shore Center for Orthopedic Surgery, where he worked 1-on-1 with a surgeon who specialized in total joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. From there, he took his new founded knowledge and experience and brought it to Sports Medicine North. While there, he gained experience in more generalized orthopedics, treating patients in all subspecialties within the orthopedic field of practice.
Joe is a native to the North Shore, currently residing in his hometown of Reading. In his free time, Joe enjoys staying active, whether it’s working out at the gym, going for a hike, or playing a round of golf. He enjoys cooking, serving at his local church, and spending plenty of time with his family and friends.
At Coastal Orthopedics, you can schedule an orthopedic appointment by phone at 978-927-3040,
submit our online form, or walk in to one of our three locations in Danvers, Gloucester or Beverly, MA.