Colleen W. Hammerstone, PA-C, MSPAS

Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) i

Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Replacement Surgery, Hip Orthopedic Surgery, Knee Orthopedic Surgery

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Overview

Area of focus i

  • Hip Replacements
  • Knee Replacements

Languages spoken

  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

My favorite movie is “Patch Adams,” (1998), and in it is this quote that inspired me to pursue a career in medicine: "You treat a disease, you win, you lose. You treat a person, I guarantee you, you'll win no matter what the outcome." I firmly believe any good relationship has to be built on trust and mutual respect – and a patient-provider relationship is no different. As a physician assistant, I will establish a rapport with you and will educate you about your condition. I believe every patient is his or her own best advocate, and as a health care provider, I will listen to the symptoms you are experiencing and then we will work together to come up with an individualized plan of care for you.

Why I entered medicine

I've known I wanted a career in medicine since I was young. Once I learned more about the physician assistant profession, it became the obvious choice for my career path. I love working as a member of a team when it comes to health care because I feel that it provides the patient with the best possible care. I am able to work with the collaborating physician to address concerns and formulate a treatment plan that works best for the patient. I also worked at a local assisted living facility for a few years before PA school and that drove me toward a career in joint replacement surgery. I love being able to truly help someone get their life back as we fix their knee or hip. Our patients are no longer sitting on the sidelines – they are able to participate in activities with their family again.

Community involvement

It is such a privilege to practice medicine in the same community I grew up in as a child. I have the opportunity to help guide people I know personally through their orthopedic care.

Personal interests

I love attending sporting events on the weekends with family and friends, both locally and down in Philly. I love to travel and explore new cities. I am very excited to get involved with the Irish Dance community again now that we have moved back to the area.

Education

Undergraduate
 West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Science in Biology (BABIO), 2011

Graduate
 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, 2014