Janet L.

Janet's undergraduate education began at Berry College before she transferred to Northeastern University, where she earned a BS in behavioral neuroscience. At Northeastern, Janet was named to the Dean’s List and received the Northeastern Achievement Award and AmeriCorps Student Leaders in Service Award. She graduated from Emory with her dual PA/MPH degree in epidemiology, receiving Emory’s Health Sciences Scholarship and Letters of Commendation for Academic Performance. 

As a PA/MPH graduate, she has a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career in the medical field. Before PA school, Janet obtained her clinical hours as a clinical research coordinator at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, at The Jane Fonda Center at Emory University, and as a medical assistant in a gynecology practice and at a free health clinic.

During her time at Emory, Janet demonstrated her leadership skills by serving as class treasurer, a pre-PA mentor, and a voting member of the Allied Health Council. Her involvement in these roles not only deepened her own educational experience but also provided her with a detailed explanation of the qualities that make a successful PA candidate. After graduation, Janet worked at NewYork-Presbyterian Cornell as an OB Inpatient PA before joining Mount Sinai.

Since graduating from Emory, Janet has been thoroughly involved with individuals interested in a career as a PA, as well as those actively preparing for PA school applications and interviews. She understands the role that strong mentors and role models played in her own journey, and she strives to provide the same guidance and support to those who seek her counsel and advice.

When asked about her favorite part of mentoring pre-PAs, Janet cites the process of fine-tuning personal statements as a particularly rewarding experience. She recognizes that the personal statement represents the culmination of an applicant's journey to becoming a PA and finding their voice. Janet takes great pride in helping students craft compelling narratives that highlight their passion, experiences, and potential for success in the PA profession.

Janet's mentoring approach is rooted in her own experiences and successes. As a self-described "Type A organized individual," she leverages her strengths in time management and organization to develop schedules and checklists for every student. This structured approach helps them stay on track and ensures that no important aspect of the application process is overlooked.

However, Janet's mentorship goes beyond just practical guidance. She is deeply invested in understanding the heart behind each student's goal to become a PA. By providing a genuine connection and understanding their motivations, she is better equipped to help them find their voice and make it apparent in their applications and interviews. Students Janet has coached have gone on to pursue careers in various fields of medicine, a testament to her ability to provide tailored support and guidance.

With her experience as a writing center tutor and an essay reviewer throughout the years, Janet has honed her skills in helping others craft compelling narratives and present their best selves in written form.