Marisa Hughes, MHS, PA-C

Affiliated Programs

• Physician Assistant Program (MS)

Education

• Certificate, Population Health Management (2022)
  Johns Hopkins University (MD)
• Master of Health Science (2015)
  Drexel University (PA)
• BS, Physician Assistant (2005)
  Drexel University (PA)

About Me

I joined the team at Widener University's Institute for Physician Assistant Education in 2025 as the Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Assistant Professor. I am a Physician Assistant having held both clinical and leadership roles throughout a rewarding career path spanning diverse healthcare settings and specialties including Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Urgent Care, and Geriatrics. My additional training in Population Health Management has supported my work with innovative healthcare models in driving proactive care delivery, patient safety, and positive care experiences across the continuum of care.  

My interest in clinical education began while serving with Drexel University’s Physician Assistant Program as a clinical preceptor for PA students' preceptorships and in the clinical skills lab as an adjunct faculty member. I am honored to lead students through the clinical education phase of Widener University's PA program, where they develop essential skills, professional identity, and gain clinical confidence.

I am passionate about experiential learning and the value it carries as learners transition into professional practice. By guiding our students at this pivotal stage, I help shape practice-ready Physician Assistants whose skills and professionalism will bring meaningful impact across the healthcare industry and uphold excellence in patient care.

Professional Affiliations & Memberships

• NCCPA Certified
• Medical Physician Assistant (PA)
• Osteopathic Physician Assistant (PA)
• American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
• Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA)