Biography
Emily Murphy began her teaching career as a clinical year preceptor before joining the Pitt Physician Assistant (PA) program as full-time faculty. She is highly dedicated to advising Doctor of Medical Science students with their scholarly capstone projects. She also enjoys mentoring pre-PA students through active involvement with career academy programs and undergraduate student mentoring. Murphy currently holds a clinical appointment in Addiction Medicine.
Education
- Bachelor of Health Science, Saint Franics University
- Master of Physician Assistant Science, Saint Francis University
- Doctor of Education in Higher Education Management, University of Pittsburgh
Awards
- Faculty Excellence in Professional Development/Continuing Education Award, Department of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Pittsburgh
- Innovation in Education Award, University of Pittsburgh, Office of the Provost, Advisory Council on Instructional Excellence
- Physician Assistant Educator of the Year, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants
Certificates

- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants