The DeSales DMSc 5Q

Episode 3 - Dr. Bobbie Morici

DMSc 5Q – Episode 3: Dr. Bobbie Morici In Episode 3 of the DMSc 5Q, Dr. Alan Heckman sits down with Dr. Bobbie Morici, DMSc, PA-C, MBA, DFAAPA, Assistant Program Director of the Physician Assistant Program at DeSales University. In this conversation, Dr. Morici shares her journey from clinical medicine into academic leadership and reflects on the experiences that shaped her career in PA education. We discuss: • Her transition from clinical practice into academia • Why she chose to pursue a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) after already earning an MBA • What it was like completing a doctoral degree while working full-time and raising four children • How doctoral education is shaping the future of the Physician Associate/Physician Assistant profession Dr. Morici’s story highlights the dedication, resilience, and leadership that continue to move the PA profession forward.

Episode 2 - PA Jake Wills

Welcome to Episode 2 of The DeSales DMSc 5Q Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Jake Wills, PA-C — a proud DeSales graduate with 15 years of experience spanning behavioral medicine and academia. Jake shares how his journey shaped his decision to pursue the Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree. We discuss what drew him back to DeSales, how the DMSc aligns with his long-term professional goals, and why doctoral education matters for PAs looking to lead at the system level. This conversation offers insight, perspective, and inspiration for the next generation of PA leaders.

DeSales DMSc 5Q - PA Krista Verdi

Welcome to our first episode of The DeSales DMSc 5Q Podcast! We sat down with Krista Verdi, PA-C, a clinician with more than 20 years of experience, who is now pursuing her Doctor of Medical Science degree at DeSales University. In this episode, Krista shares why she decided the DMSc was the right next step in her professional journey — and what ultimately led her to choose DeSales for her doctoral education.