Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions Department of Physician Assistant Studies LONG WHITE COAT CEREMONY October 16, 2026
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Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Department of Physician Assistant Studies LONG WHITE COAT CEREMONY
WELCOME Jenna Comeau, DSc, MSHS, PA-C Program Director, Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Department OPENING REMARKS Deanna Denault, PhD., MEd., MA Interim Chair, Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Department STUDENT ADDRESS Madison Gullotti Master of Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026 PROGRAM AWARDS
Outstanding Clinical Faculty Award
Janine Godfrey, MSPAS, PA-C - Presenter
Outstanding Faculty Award
Deanna Denault, PhD., MEd., MA- Presenter
Student Excellence in Leadership Award Brittany Palaski, PA-C - Presenter
Student Excellence in Service Award Emily Rosen, PA-C - Presenter
Program Director' s Award
Jenna Comeau, DSc, MSHS, PA-C - Presenter PI ALPHA INDUCTIONS Mimoza Shehu, PA-C - Presenter LONG WHITE COAT CEREMONY Aaron Hoffman, DO, MPH - Presenter CLOSING REMARKS Jenna Comeau, DSc, MSHS, PA-C
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MASTER OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES 2026 DEGREE CANDIDATES Destinee Malei Alix-Garth
Sydney D. Ludes
Erica Nicole Allen
Matthew L. Ma
Jamila O. Ammary
Roselyn Mai
Margaret E. Bouchard
Mia Charlene Marciano
Nathan Charles Brackins
Anna M. Metzger
Emily A. Chapman
Hannah "Amina" Michael-Schwartz
Katie Christie
Kathryn Hope Nuzzolo
Jacline Chung
Melodie A. Olson
Ashley A. Clark
Jeel A. Panchal
Alyssa D. Costa
Caitlin E. Quattrochio
Samantha Grace Cretella
Vera Raskina
Christopher D. Crowell
Kameron Anne Rausch
Madeline M. Dombroski
Nicholes Michael Rhinesmith
Adreana Danielle Dziadosz
Katherine Victoria Roberts
Tallon Thomas Leath Endicott
Brooklyn Isabel Sauceda
Meeghan Marjorie Faith
Scott Spillert
Lilliana Ferguson
Haley E. Thomas
Kayla Joanna Giaimo
Jenna Marie Thomas
Madison Mary Gullotti
Janelys M. Torres Santana
David Huang
Sarah Alyssa Q. Uy
Katerina Kerastaris
Addie Elizabeth Whitehead
Jochebed Kim
Natalie R. Widmer
Emily J. Lemoine
Emily L. Wingen
Aysia B. Levy
Yeeun “Elli” Yang
Madeline Erin Lucke 2
PROGRAM AWARDS Outstanding Clinical Faculty Award This award honors a distinguished clinical preceptor who demonstrates excellence in bedside teaching and in supporting PA students’ growth and development in the clinical setting in the following ways: 1. Creates a welcoming and challenging environment for learning, 2. Engages in direct and honest communication including effective use of praise and constructive criticism, 3. Models’ compassionate patient- and family-centered care and 4. Tailors the learning experience to meet the program’s and students’ individual needs
Outstanding Faculty Award This award honors a distinguished faculty member who demonstrates excellence in classroom teaching and in supporting PA students’ growth and development in the didactic setting in the following ways: 1. Expresses enthusiasm for their topic, 2. Fosters an atmosphere of respect for team learning and individual inquiry, 3. Creates a classroom environment that welcomes the expression of diverse viewpoints and 4. Models compassionate patient- and family-centered care.
Student Excellence in Leadership Award This award honors a student graduating from the PA Program who has been identified by peers and faculty as demonstrating outstanding leadership during their time in the program in the following ways: 1. Fosters a positive environment both in and outside of the classroom, 2. Demonstrates supportive, responsive relationships with peers, 3. Responds to and manages conflict effectively, 4. Seeks to improve the program through effective communication with program leadership and 5. Promotes and engages in activities that enhance the student experience.
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Student Excellence in Service Award This award honors a student graduating from the PA Program who has been identified by peers and faculty as demonstrating an outstanding commitment to service in the following ways: 1. Active participation in multiple University and outside service initiatives OR piloted a new initiative that benefits the program and the Institute, 2. Made significant contributions in their service work and 3. Positively represented the PA profession and the University through their interactions with peers and community service organizations.
Program Director’s Award The Program Director, in consultation with program faculty, selects a candidate for this award to recognize outstanding student contributions to the program, the class, and/or the community.
Pi Alpha Induction-National Physician Assistant Honor Society Pi Alpha is the national Physician Assistant honor society organized for the promotion and recognition of PA students, graduates, faculty, and others who have made significant contributions to the discipline. Membership signifies inductees’ significant academic achievement and honors them for their leadership, research, community/professional service, and other related activities, as well as a high standard of character and conduct. Awardees will be announced on the day of the ceremony.
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