Meet Amanda Ballard
Amanda Ballard, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who provides inpatient neurosurgical care at AdventHealth Littleton Hospital. She works closely with Neurosurgery One surgeons to care for patients throughout their hospital stay, including pre- and post-surgical management, recovery, and discharge planning.
Amanda has experience treating patients with complex conditions, including brain and spine injuries, tumors, aneurysms, and back and neck pain. She brings a background in trauma, critical care, and pediatrics and is passionate about delivering personalized, compassionate care. She earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University and completed her undergraduate studies at Colorado State University, graduating cum laude with degrees in Health and Exercise Science and Biomedical Sciences.
Amanda believes that great care starts with listening. She believes every patient deserves a provider who meets them where they are in order to provide the best possible outcomes. Outside of work, Amanda loves spending time with family and friends, being outdoors—especially hiking—watching football, and traveling whenever she can.
Education
- Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
- Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Certifications
- ACLS
- BLS
- ENLS
- ATLS
Team
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National leader in robotic-guided asleep DBS for Parkinson's and other movement disorders.
