About Us
Patrick Williams, Ph.D., PA-C, DFAAPA
Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Program, Morsani College of Medicine
Director of Accreditation and Decision Support, Physician Assistant Program
Contact Info
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USF PA Program
560 Channelside Drive . MDD 5
Tampa FL - Academic Email: williamsp1@usf.edu
- Academic Phone: (813) 974-1386
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Education
- Ph.D., Higher Education Administration, University of South Florida, 2025
- MPAS, Physician Assistant, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2019
- BS, Physician Assistant, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2000
Academic Philosophy
"I believe rigorous, evidence-based education should challenge students while providing the support necessary to develop clinical reasoning, professionalism, and lifelong learning skills. My goal is to prepare physician assistants who combine scientific knowledge with sound judgment, compassion, and a commitment to continuous improvement."
Awards/Honors
- Uniformed Services Physician Assistant of the Year Award (American Academy of Physician Assistants - 2008)
- The Surgeon General's Physician Assistant Recognition Award (United States Army - 2007)
Memberships
- Distinguished Fellow (American Academy of Physician Associates, 2000 - Present)
- Fellow (Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, 2019 - Present)
- Member (Physician Assistant Education Association, 2019 - Present)