Jennifer Norris, PA-C
Jennifer Norris is the Academic Director for the Physician Assistant Program at Notre Dame of Maryland University and has been involved in fulltime PA education for over eight years. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Medical Sociology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of MD, Baltimore County in 2002. She graduated from the Towson/CCBC PA program with a Master's in PA Studies in 2004 and is currently completing her PhD in Healthcare Education through Eastern Virginia Medical School and Old Dominion University.
Jenn has over two decades of clinical experience in women's health, specializing in obstetrics. She has worked in Labor and Delivery at GBMC for 20 years and has spent time in general surgery, trauma and thoracic surgery. She previously served seven years on the MD Board of Physicians' PA Advisory Committee, including three years as chair.
A recent graduate of the MARCH Fellowship through UMB, Jenn is committed to advancing reproductive health access. She also lectures at Drexel and Thomas Jefferson PA programs in obstetrics and women's health.
Why PALLA?
As a PA education and academic director, I value opportunities that foster collaboration, leadership development, and innovation in PA education. PALLA offers a unique platform to connect with colleagues across Maryland who share a commitment to advancing the profession. I recognize the need for continuous growth and I was especially drawn to PALLA's mission to support leadership in PA education and to drive initiatives that improve training and access to care. Participating in PALLA will allow me to strengthen my impact as an educator and mentor while contributing meaningfully to statewide efforts that shape the future of PA education and healthcare delivery.
