Jennifer Waller Miller ’05 ’24 chose Shenandoah because of its Master of Science Physician Assistant Studies program (MS-PAS) and the program’s leadership under Distinguished Professor of Physician Assistant Studies Anthony Miller, Ph.D. After completing her master’s degree and working in the industry for several years, Miller decided to continue her education at Shenandoah and received a Doctor of Medical Science in 2024. Her studies included research focused on assessing the evolution of empathy in PA students during clinical training.
“Shenandoah’s reputation in the medical community is top-notch,” said Miller.
Miller’s fondest memories of her time in the MS-PAS program are the late nights she spent with her classmates in the cadaver lab, and her time learning from community medical providers while on clinical rotations.
Today, Miller is the lead physician assistant at Grace Point Pediatrics in Winchester, Virginia. In this role, she provides well-child visits, sports physicals, chronic disease management and newborn care as well as mental health and acute visits. She is also the director of clinical education and an associate professor for Shenandoah’s Division of Physician Assistant Studies. In this position, she oversees clinical course design and implementation, managing approximately 500 clinical rotations annually while providing guidance to students enrolled in the program.
The most rewarding experiences in her career involve mentoring students and providing daily patient care. Throughout her career, Miller has also enjoyed presenting at numerous conferences, which include the Virginia Academy of Physician Associates Summer Conference and the PA Education Association Annual Forum.
Jennifer credits much of her career success to Shenandoah and proudly asserts their reputation in the medical community as exemplary, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education and service.
“Shenandoah’s focus on service, excellence, and community instilled in me the desire to remain consistent with my own core values,” said Dr. Jennifer Miller. “I’m grateful for each person who contributed and continues to contribute to my journey of lifelong learning.”
Miller’s advice to current and future students is to: “Allow humanity to remain at the forefront of your work.”