Robin Fencel, PA-C
Robin completed her undergraduate education in Biology and Health Care Management at Towson University in 2012. While working at the University of Maryland Medical Center as an Anesthesia and Neuromonitoring technician she was introduced to the Physician Assistant profession. The balance of patient-centered care and team-based medical practice had her interest. She received her Masters of Science from University of the Sciences PA program in Philadelphia. During her time in PA school, she served as the Constituent Chapter Student Representative for the Pennsylvania State Physician Assistant Association. After graduating, she returned to Maryland and is currently serving as the Treasurer for the Maryland Physician Assistant Association.
Robin is a leader in Orthopedic care at the University of Maryland, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. She is the APP Lead Representative for the University of Maryland Medical System Spine Network and Orthopedic Quality and Surgical Quality and Safety Councils. She has experience working in both the inpatient and outpatient settings as well as multiple service lines including Trauma, ACES, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and Vascular Surgery. Robin advocates for PAs to practice at the top of their scope. She chairs the APP Novice Committee and Physician Assistant Committee at UMMC. Additionally she is the UMMC PA representative for credentialing, conference planning, PA student education, and advanced practice professional advancement. She is a mentor for her peers and a champion for patient-centered care. Currently, Robin is in the inaugural cohort for the Doctor of Medical Science program at UMB and Adjunct Faculty Assistant Professor at the UMB PA program.
Why the PALLA Fellowship?
Baltimore, Maryland provides a unique opportunity to be involved with the esteemed PALLA Fellowship, DMSc Program, and Level 1 Trauma Academic Learning Center. I joined PALLA because I am committed to advancing the field of Physician Assistant education, advocating for more PA leadership within healthcare, and expanding the quality/access of care for patients. I hope to gain the knowledge and skills to continue to grow as a leader and form relationships with like minded faculty.
