At Shoreline Orthopaedics, our orthopaedic surgeons use a truly collaborative approach so our patients have the benefit of multiple expert opinions, without having to go elsewhere to obtain them.
Shoreline Orthopaedics provides more comprehensive services, state-of-the-art options, technologies and techniques than anyone else in the area.
The following information is provided to help you understand what you can expect from us regarding policies and procedures, and also what is expected of you before and after treatment or procedures.
As a physician assistant, Elizabeth has experience in multiple areas of orthopaedics, with emphasis on sports medicine and joint reconstruction. Her current focus is on disorders of the spine, as well as on physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elizabeth treats conditions such as degenerative diseases of the spine, misalignment disorders, disc herniations, and other musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders. She strives to achieve optimal outcomes by working closely with her patients, and she believes strongly in the importance of patient education.
Elizabeth received a bachelor's degree in exercise science in 2011 from Hope College, where she became involved in research, including studies on high intensity interval training. In 2014, she earned her master's in physician assistant studies at Marquette University, and was certified as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Elizabeth completed her orthopaedic surgery clinical at Shoreline Orthopaedics.
As a West Michigan native from Hudsonville, Elizabeth enjoys spending time outdoors, on the water, exploring northern Michigan, and on improving her cooking skills. She loves to travel and is always looking forward to her next adventure.
Undergraduate Education
Bachelor of Arts, Exercise Science, 2011, Cum Laude, Hope College (Holland, Michigan)
Graduate School Education
Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies, 2014, Summa Cum Laude, Marquette University (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
Board Certification
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Certified Physician Assistant, 2014
Affiliations
Holland Hospital (Holland, Michigan)
Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital (Zeeland, Michigan)