Physician Assistant
Allison Mazurek is a physician assistant supporting Excelsior Express. Allison's passion for medicine started with an interest in the human body for as long as she can remember. She enjoys helping others and making a positive impact in their lives. "Becoming an orthopaedic PA allowed me to enter a career where we strive every day to improve people’s lives while having the opportunity to constantly learn and grow as advancements are made in the medical field," Allison says. When treating her patients, Allison aims to foster an environment of mutual respect and open dialogue, allowing patients to share concerns and making sure they understand their injury or condition. It is important to Allision that her patients feel empowered to have active roles in decisions about their care.
Can you tell us something not many people know about you?
"As a student, I went on medical mission trips providing orthopaedic, plastic, and vascular surgeries in the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic and in Les Cayes, Haiti. I would love to do something like this again in the future."
Tell us a little bit about your life outside of work.
"I am a huge Buffalo Bandits and Buffalo Bills fan!"
Education
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Daemen College, Buffalo, NY
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants