Mrs. Kara Larson, PA-C, Physician Assistant
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Mrs. Kara Larson, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Virtual Virginia Beach VA, 23462
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About

Kara Larson is a physician assistant practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. Kara specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.

Education and Training

Medical University of South Carolina Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies 2009

Bob Jones University Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry minor 2006

Greenville Technical College Certificate, Patient Care Technician 2006

Board Certification

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Adult First Aid | CPR AED Instructor Level 1 Certification

BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

Provider Details

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Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Physician Assistant Concentra Health & Wellness Clinic at Avis Budget Group 2018 - Present
  • Certified Nutrition Coach The FASTer Way to Fat Loss 2020 - Present
  • Independent Consultant Rodan + Fields Dermatologists 2015 - Present
  • Advanced Practice Professional Manager Family Medicine Department – Baylor Scott & White Healthcare 2016 - 2018
  • Physician Assistant, Preceptor, and Chair Gatesville Family Medicine – Baylor Scott & White Healthcare 2012 - 2018
  • Physician Assistant and Preceptor Doctors Care 2009 - 2012
  • Violin Instructor East Cooper Baptist Arts Academy and Larson Music Studio 2007 - 2012
  • Clinical Associate MUSC Children’s Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department 2006 - 2008
  • Patient Care Technician/Cardiac Monitor Technician Bon Secours St. Francis Health System 2003 - 2006

Awards

  • Best in Virginia Magazine Physician Assistants 2024 Find a Top Doc 
  • Honor Society Membership and Award 2009 MUSC College of Health Professions 
  • Dean’s Honor List Year MUSC College of Health Professions 2007-2009 
  • Linda Brandt Research Award 2009 Association of Postgraduate PA Programs 
  • Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges 2006  
  • Summa cum laude 2006 Bob Jones University 
  • Mary Gaston Citizenship Award 2006 Bob Jones University 
  • PA Foundation Student Scholarship 2009 Physician Assistant Foundation 

Professional Memberships

  • Judicial Affairs Commission (JAC)  
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)  
  • Constituent Relations Work Group (CRWG) American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)  
  • Texas Academy of Physician Assistants (TAPA)  
  • South Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (SCAPA)  
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants, May 2007-Present  
  • Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants, June 2018-Present  
  • Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, July 2012-July 2018  
  • South Carolina Association of Physician Assistants, May 2007-July 2012  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Volunteer Co-Worship Leader and Musician
  • Volunteer Pregnancy and Infant Care Coach & Mentor
  • Volunteer Kids Quest Children’s Program Teacher; Redeemer Presbyterian Church
  • Volunteer Physician Assistant ; Lowcountry Pregnancy Center
  • Volunteer Physician Assistant Student; CARES Clinic

Mrs. Kara Larson, PA-C's Practice location

Kara Larson, PA-C

Virtual -
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
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8091 RIVERS AVE -
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
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