Michelle Sousa, MMS, PA-C
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Michelle Sousa

Michelle Sousa
Michelle
Sousa
MMS, PA-C
Physician Assistant

Languages spoken

English

Expert in

Radiation Oncology

Overview

Centers

Sarasota (Radiation oncology)
Sarasota (Radiation oncology)

3210 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, Florida 34237

27.3368561, -82.5052643
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Michelle Sousa graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Microbiology. She worked as a Clinical Sales Specialist for Linde Gas for five years before earning her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University, where she received the Dean’s Award for Highest Scholastic Achievement and was inducted into Pi Alpha, the National Honor Society of Physician Assistants.

With over 15 years of experience, Michelle has worked in multiple specialties, including primary care, emergency medicine, hematology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic and hand surgery, burns, and wound care.

Passionate about education, she has taught graduate-level courses at Nova Southeastern University, Gannon University, and Florida Gulf Coast University in subjects such as anatomy, hematology, oncology, neurology, and infectious disease. She has also guest lectured at the University of South Florida and currently serves as an Adjunct Clinical Coordinator at Florida Gulf Coast University.

Michelle co-authored a chapter on Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome in Essentials of Medical Genetics for Nursing and Health Professionals. She holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Physician Assistant Education Association.

In her free time, Michelle enjoys boating, traveling, and spending time with her husband and two children.

Career positions

  • Radiation Oncology Physician Assistant, GenesisCare – Englewood/Sarasota/Venice, Florida – 2019 to Present
  • Adjunct Clinical Coordinator and Adjunct Professor, Florida Gulf Coast University PA Program - Fort Myers, Florida - 10/2019 to Present
  • Clinical Coordinator and Assistant Professor, Gannon University PA Program - Ruskin, Florida - 2018 to 2019
  • Urgent Care Physician Assistant, Global Physician Network/Sarasota Emergency Associates - Sarasota, FL - 2017 to 2020
  • Adjunct Professor, Nova Southeastern University PA Program - Orlando, Florida – 2017 to 2019
  • Assistant Professor, Nova Southeastern University PA Program - Orlando, Florida – 2015 to 2017
  • Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, Emergency Physicians of Central Florida - St. Cloud, Florida – 2011 to 2022
  • Plastic and Hand Surgery Physician Assistant, Blake Medical Center - Bradenton, Florida - 2017
  • Hematology and Medical Oncology Physician Assistant, Sand Lake Cancer Center - Orlando, Florida – 2012 to 2014
  • Family Medicine Physician Assistant, Chappel Family Practice & Specialized Care Team - Kissimmee, Florida – 2010 to 2011

Education

Universities
  • Nova Southeastern University - Masters of Medical Science, Physician Assistant, 2010
  • University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology and Microbiology, 2002

Clinical Rotations

  • Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery – Kissimmee, Florida, 2010
  • Dermatology – St. Cloud/Kissimmee, Florida, 2010
  • Internal Medicine – Kissimmee, Florida, 2010
  • Family Medicine – Kissimmee, Florida, 2010 
  • Pediatric Medicine – Kissimmee/Orlando, 2010
  • Prenatal Care and Gynecology – Kissimmee, Florida, 2009 
  • Emergency Medicine – Kissimmee, Florida (Osceola Regional Medical Center), 2009
  • General Surgery – Kissimmee, Florida, 2009  

Professional associations

Awards and accomplishments

  • Pi Alpha – The National Honor Society for Physician Assistants 
  • Dean’s Award for the Highest Scholastic Achievement at Nova Southeastern University 

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