“I reached out to Joel because I didn’t know how to begin the start of my ophthalmology PA dream career. After speaking with him for less than an hour, he provided me a clear and easy to follow game plan and even provided me with great connections to get me started! He’s very nice, genuine, and enthusiastic about expanding PAs in ophthalmology.” Kassie H. PA-C

“I had contemplated using a PA in my office for some time. Ophthalmology and specifically retina is an interesting space and there are not many models in the country using PAs. However, speaking with Joel helped me to realize the opportunity to scale and provide better care for my patients. I appreciate his time and effort in helping me get started with a PA in my own practice." Ken L. MD

“For someone who is very interested in creating a role for themselves as an ophthalmology PA, there are not very many resources out there. After reaching out to Joel and talking with him over the phone, I feel extremely confident in my ability to secure a job! He walked me through many topics, like how to talk with ophthalmology practices about my role, how to structure onboarding in a new position, and how to structure an ophthalmology rotation during PA school. I highly recommend talking with Joel if being an ophthalmology PA interests you!” Andrew F. PA-S

“Joel is an invaluable asset for physician assistants considering ophthalmology as a specialty. He gave solid advice on how to structure training in a way that allows the PA to become financially productive & valuable quickly. He understands how PA’s can be utilized in ophthalmology within the clinic as well as surgically. He was able to provide me with salary expectations which I never would have found anywhere else. He has a wealth of knowledge & is so enthusiastic about sharing his love for the specialty. The doctor I will be working with also consulted with Joel & was extremely impressed by his expertise & found him to be helpful. I highly recommend consulting with Joel if you are working in ophthalmology or considering the specialty as a PA.” Cristy W. PA-C

“I contacted Joel after reading his article on PAs in ophthalmology. He is not only a scholar in the field of ophthalmology but also an expert in field placement. As a second year PA student, securing and completing clinical rotations are paramount and required for certification. With Joel's assistance, I was able to find an elective rotation a few miles from home in my area of focus: ophthalmology. Without hesitation, I would recommend consulting with Joel.” Brennan T. PA-S

"Joel has been an invaluable guide to launching my career as a PA in ophthalmology. His knowledge and experience helped me design a clinical onboarding strategy for an organization that had never hired a PA before. He advised me on the core functions and skills that PAs can bring to the table, and we discussed the numerous additional roles that can be utilized depending on the needs of a clinic. I owe my continued success as a clinician to Joel's mentorship and his unique understanding of both ophthalmology and the PA profession." Lee W. PA-C

"Working with Joel was an outstanding experience! I consulted with him as a new PA-C struggling to break into ophthalmology. He provided invaluable guidance and support that helped me understand my value, negotiate a fair contract, and ultimately land a position in my dream field. I would, without hesitation, recommend consulting with Joel!" Danielle S. PA-C

“I was hesitant to book a consultation with Joel as I was not sure what to expect. But in the end, I am happy with my decision. My consultation was unusual as I am not a PA nor in PA school. The goal was to see if this field would meet my career goals. Joel went above and beyond by providing me guidance on how to pursue a career as a PA and land a job in ophthalmology. Discovering that his achievements match my goals made the consultation worth it. He gave me the blueprint and inspired me to pursue PA. I can't wait to embark on this journey and continue to build a relationship with Joel!” Chelcie C. Pre-PA

"My experience with Joel's consultation was immensely valuable. I felt that he had a wealth of knowledge regarding the experience of being a Physician Assistant in the specialty of ophthalmology, something that I found very difficult to glean information on my own about. Joel understood my needs and helped me feel more comfortable about pursing a career in ophthalmology as a Physician Assistant, something prior to our conversation I had felt hesitation about. Joel is not only a wealth of information but a great person to have in your corner, he is very down to earth and wants everyone to succeed like he has. I am very grateful that he took time out of his day to help guide me. I recommend speaking with him if you are at all interested in ophthalmology and being a Physician Assistant." Jackson L. Pre-PA

“I remember the day I found Joel's name on a student forum. I was so happy to find someone with such a similar background to me. I reached out and since then, Joel has helped me make connections out of my home state with retina specialists and has encouraged me to pursue a career I didn't think was possible. I will be forever grateful for the opportunities he has provided to me. Joel is very passionate about his craft, and that passion is evidenced in the way that he is so willing to go above and beyond for students like myself. I would recommend Joel to any PA student trying to infiltrate the ophthalmology scene.” Lauren R. PA-S

“I first learned about Joel after reading his “A Day in the Life…” article on AAPA and I reached out for advice on an ophthalmology job offer I had received while I was still in school. He was able to give great advice on fair contract negotiation and recommendations for onboarding to help become a contributing provider more quickly. However, I most appreciated that Joel kept me in mind when he was approached with an ophthalmology PA opportunity that he knew was an ideal fit for where I wanted to work geographically. He contacted me immediately to make sure it was okay to pass my information along and kept me in the loop as he learned more about the opportunity. Joel has continued to check in on me through my job selection process and shown genuine interest in helping more PAs break into ophthalmology.” Vinny T. PA-C

"Hi Joel! Just wanted to send you a very warm thank you for sending us our new PA! She signed our contract and will be joining us this fall! Can't thank you enough for sending us referrals over the last year and this one definitely is an all star and we are excited to have her!" Kapil K. MD