Thelisha G.

Thelisha graduated with a Bachelor's degree in biology from Georgia Gwinnett College before attending the Morehouse School of Medicine, where she graduated with honors with a Master's of Science in physician assistant studies. As a member of the inaugural cohort, she had the esteemed privilege of serving on the Morehouse admissions committee, mentoring PA students, interviewing applicants, and evaluating their applications. She also participated in several community awareness events and served as a mentor for PA students facing academic challenges. She was also a recipient of the Friends of Valerie Montgomery Rice Presidential Scholarship and the Physician Assistant Growth Award.

In her role at Wellstar Health System, Thelisha trains new advanced practice providers (APPs) and collaborates with leadership to implement new policies. She also continues to mentor pre-PA students and current PA students, precepting them and providing them with shadowing opportunities. Before her current role, she worked at Georgia Cancer Specialist, affiliated with Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, for 20+ years as a pharmacy technician, clinical guide analyst, and other roles.

Thelisha is committed to coaching students as they navigate the PA school application process. She aims to provide effective strategies, assist in gaining relevant healthcare experience, and emphasize students’ talents and strengths in their applications. Her mentoring philosophy centers on open communication; she engages with students to understand their experiences, personalities, and goals to tailor personalized plans for success.

As a coach, Thelisha’s greatest strength lies in her personal experience overcoming challenges, which she draws upon to provide valuable insights and strategies to strengthen student candidacy. As a double-minority and first-generation medical professional, she is dedicated to helping students succeed in pursuing their dreams of becoming PAs, offering unwavering support throughout the entire admissions process.