Marjorie Falb, PA-C

Physician Assistant Certified | Surgical First Assist Specialist

Over a decade of intensive experience in high-acuity **Vascular Surgery** and **Orthopedic** surgical support, clinical diagnostics, and patient management.

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Professional Profile

Highly accomplished and licensed Physician Assistant (PA-C) with over **10 years of experience** providing exceptional surgical support and patient care. Expertise spans complex Vascular Surgery and all aspects of Orthopedics, including Sports Medicine, Spine, and Total Joint replacement.

Demonstrated ability to function with high autonomy, managing independent patient panels, delivering essential **48-hour on-call coverage** for high-acuity ER cases, and consistently driving patients toward full recovery.

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Core Competencies

  • Surgical First Assist: Vascular, Spine, Total Joint, Upper Extremity, Sports Medicine.
  • Specialty Focus: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Dialysis/Vascular Access Management.
  • High-Acuity Care: ER Coverage, Diagnostics, Treatment Planning, and Post-Operative Care.
  • Licensure: Texas PA License, New York PA License, BCLS/ACLS Certified.

Professional Experience

2022 – Present

Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery, Spine, and General Orthopedics

Houston Methodist / Surgery Specialties of America | Houston, TX

  • Provided comprehensive, full-spectrum care, serving as **OR First Assist** for high-complexity vascular surgery, including cardiology bypass and critical anastomosis procedures.
  • Demonstrated high autonomy by managing and hosting independent patient panels for spine and dialysis cases in the ER and clinic settings.
  • Delivered essential 48-hour on-call coverage for emergent ER patients, successfully managing urgent orthopedic and dialysis-related cases.
2020 – 2022

Operating Room First Assist and Clinical Liaison

Surgery Specialties of America | Pasadena, TX

  • Specialized as the primary OR first assist and ED provider in vascular surgery, focusing on complex surgical care of dialysis patients.
  • Acted as **Head Clinical Liaison**, ensuring seamless communication and streamlined patient follow-up between surgical teams and clinical staff.
2013 – 2018

Physician Assistant, Sports Medicine Orthopedics

SUNY Downstate Medical Center | Brooklyn, NY

  • Maintained continuous OR first assist duties and clinical expertise in diagnostics and treatment for sports medicine patients over a five-year tenure.
  • Instrumental in providing medical coverage and supervision for the Public Schools Athletic League of Brooklyn on game days.

Education & Achievements

Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C)

St. John's Physician Assistant Education Program

Completion Year: 2013

Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

Graduated **Cum Laude** with a 3.8 GPA

Key Achievements & Affiliations

  • Academic Honors: Pi Alpha National Honors Society for Physician Assistants, Dean's and President's List.
  • Professional Affiliations: AAPA Member (2011-Present), NYSSPA Member (2011-Present).
  • Additional Training: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Personal Trainer (ACE).