Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Honors and Awards
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Sarah E. Campbell

Williamsburg,VA

Summary

Orthopedic surgery advanced practice provider with specialized expertise in advanced wound care and musculoskeletal infectious disease, consistently delivering exceptional and compassionate care. Proven success in managing complex wounds resulting from persistent infections, tissue damage, non-healing surgical procedures, and traumatic injuries. Renowned for innovative treatment approaches that enhance patient outcomes and preserve limbs, driven by a holistic understanding of patient needs. Committed to advancing clinical practices through continuous learning and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant

VCU Health
08.2024 - Current
  • Perform comprehensive assessments of wound type, stage, and healing progress, interpreting diagnostic tests and patient history to diagnose and manage conditions.
  • Develop and implement personalized, evidence-based treatment plans using advanced modalities like debridement, grafts, negative pressure wound therapy, and specialized dressings.
  • Order appropriate treatments, antibiotics, and tests such as arterial duplex studies..
  • Perform advanced procedures such as surgical debridement and applying cellular or tissue-based products, depending on state regulations and facility privileges.
  • Educate patients and their families on wound care techniques, lifestyle adjustments, and preventive measures to promote healing and prevent recurrence.

Senior Paramedic/Firefighter

Williamsburg Fire Department
08.2013 - 01.2022
  • Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedic, Preceptor, Field Training Officer
  • Responded to medical emergencies and provided pre-hospital advanced life support care to victims of injury or illness. Attendant-in-Charge at an emergency medical scene and made medical decisions based on protocols and orders from medical direction. Performed complex diagnostic and medical procedures including intravenous cannulation, endotracheal intubation, recognition of various cardiac arrhythmias and administration of various medications. Preceptor and Field Training Officer.

Instructor

Safety Solutions
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Instructed CPR, AED, BLS, PALS to staff members at physician’s offices, healthcare providers, and local businesses.

Paramedic

Richmond Ambulance Authority
07.2015 - 07.2017
  • Paramedic in high volume urban system. Conducted patient assessments, provided patient care while on scene of a call and during transports, was responsible for conducting all invasive procedures.

Pharmaceutical Chemist

Pfizer (formerly TheraTech , Inc)
12.1995 - 08.1998
  • Pharmaceutical chemist in the research and development department. Developed transdermal drug delivery systems. Analyzed chemical properties of the drugs and developed patch delivery systems that were effective and stable.

Education

MPA, Master of Physician Assistant Studies -

Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
Norfolk, VA
05.2024

EMT-B, EMT-Paramedic Certifications - undefined

Virginia Peninsula Community College
Williamsburg, VA
08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
05.1996

Skills

  • Advanced Wound Care
  • Treatment of MSK Infectious disease
  • Joint Injections
  • Surgical debridement
  • Outpatient skin grafts
  • Antibiotic therapy
  • Interpreting radiology results

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

Certification


  • 2025 Florida Board of Medicine license #PA 9120862
  • Wound Educators Wound Certification Course
  • 2024 Virginia Board of Medicine license # 0110010194
  • 2024, Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Timeline

Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant

VCU Health
08.2024 - Current

Instructor

Safety Solutions
08.2019 - 08.2021

Paramedic

Richmond Ambulance Authority
07.2015 - 07.2017

Senior Paramedic/Firefighter

Williamsburg Fire Department
08.2013 - 01.2022

Pharmaceutical Chemist

Pfizer (formerly TheraTech , Inc)
12.1995 - 08.1998

EMT-B, EMT-Paramedic Certifications - undefined

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Brigham Young University

MPA, Master of Physician Assistant Studies -

Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)

Honors and Awards

2021, COVID-19 Hero Award, City of Williamsburg, for exemplary care on the front lines during the pandemic

2021, Excellence in Service, City of Williamsburg City Council, for exemplary leadership and service, 

2014, Volunteer of the Year, Williamsburg Fire Department, for dedicated service and compassionate care

Scholarships

  • 2013, Women’s Peninsula Workforce Scholarship, for an exemplary woman entering the medical field
  • 1994-1996, Brigham Young University Chemistry Department Scholarship, for outstanding research
  • 1992-1994, Brigham Young University Full Tuition Scholarship, based on academic and leadership merit
  • 1992, Lynne Wright Memorial Scholarship, Cherry Hill New Jersey, for character and integrity
Sarah E. Campbell