CERTIFICATION

The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) 

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 

Basic Life Support (BLS) 

TRAINING

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies - South College 2024

Bachelor of Science in Psychology - MTSU 2020

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Tennessee Academy of Physician Assistants 

American Academy of Physician Assistants

ABOUT KIRSTEN

Kirsten is originally from a small town in West Tennessee. She graduated Magna Cum Laude at MTSU where she obtained a bachelor's degree in psychology. Her passion for both behavioral health and medicine is what inspired her to pursue continuing education at South College for a master's in physician assistant studies. 

While going to school at MTSU, she starting her career with MMC as a CNA within the MMC NOW clinics and the Pediatrics department. Coming full circle, Kirsten has chosen to return to Pediatrics to assist in managing behavioral health conditions and acute care. 

She loves to attend concerts, axe throwing, watching sports, and spending time with her family and friends. 

MMC AFFLIATION

2025