Meagan Cuff
Bethesda
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Physician Assistant with 5+ years of experience in orthopedic spine surgery, hematology-oncology, and urgent care. Experienced in managing high-volume clinics, first-assisting in complex surgeries, leading perioperative protocols, and mentoring trainees. Recognized for clinical autonomy, adaptability, and improving surgical team efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Spine Surgery Physician Assistant
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine – Department of Orthopaedic Spine Surgery at NCR
Bethesda
09.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive clinical and surgical support for rapidly expanding spine practice across two hospital systems.
- Independently manage two outpatient clinics, evaluating and treating approximately 16 patients per day; support the attending surgeon with approximately 50 daily patient encounters.
- Interpret spinal imaging and integrate results into treatment plans, encompassing referrals for interventional procedures (e.g., ESIs, medial branch blocks).
- First and second-assist in complex spine surgeries, contributing to improved surgical efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Perform in-office procedures, including therapeutic joint injections, enhancing access to care.
- Lead perioperative readiness efforts: patient education, medical optimization, FMLA/disability paperwork, and coordination of pre-op testing.
- Manage high volumes of patient communications, ensuring timely follow-up, and continuity of care.
- Collaborate with residents and fellows on discharge planning and mentorship in technical skills.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of new perioperative protocols, including TXA usage, improving safety and outcomes.
Hematology-Oncology Physician Assistant
Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute
Flint
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions across two regional centers.
- Analyzed complex diagnostics (autoimmune assays, pathology, PET scans) to direct treatment
- Formulated comprehensive, safe treatment plans integrating multidisciplinary approaches for comorbidities.
- Assisted with bone marrow biopsies and monitored disease progression.
- Provided on-call coverage and managed emergencies in the chemotherapy infusion clinic.
- Facilitated transitions to palliative or hospice care with sensitivity and coordination.
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
Doctors Urgent Care
Oak Park
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Independently evaluated patients with urgent medical complaints.
- Performed bedside procedures including wound care, splinting, and laceration repair.
- Interpreted diagnostics (labs, EKGs, radiographs) and stabilized patients for hospital transfer when needed.
- Managed two-person medical team within a practice accommodating more than fifty patients each shift
Education
Master’s - Physician Assistant Studies
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, German
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2016
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Surgical assistance
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Treatment planning
- Medical protocol implementation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- State of Maryland Physician Assistant License, 06/30/27
- State of Maryland Controlled Substance License, 06/30/27
- Drug Enforcement Administration License for Maryland, 08/31/26
- Washington DC Physician Assistant License, 05/31/26
- Washington DC Controlled Substance Registration, 05/31/26
- Drug Enforcement Administration License for Washington DC, 08/31/28
- BLS, 12/31/25
Languages
German, Conversational, 2008-2016
Timeline
Orthopedic Spine Surgery Physician Assistant
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine – Department of Orthopaedic Spine Surgery at NCR
09.2022 - Current
Hematology-Oncology Physician Assistant
Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute
04.2021 - 09.2022
Urgent Care Physician Assistant
Doctors Urgent Care
07.2020 - 04.2021
Master’s - Physician Assistant Studies
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, German
Michigan State University