PeaceHealth’s orthopedic surgery team welcomed Christina Clark, PA-C, to Bellingham in 2023. Christina is interested in musculoskeletal conditions. As a physician assistant, she is an experienced first-assist in general surgery cases, including open, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries, as well as physician support and patient post-operative care. “I am driven by a curiosity in biological processes and the desire to help people,” she said about choosing to practice medicine. “I am passionate about having meaningful and impactful relationships, both personally and professionally,” she said. Christina is a graduate of the University of Washington Medex Physician Assistant Program in Seattle, where she earned a Master of Clinical Health Services degree. Prior to becoming a PA, Christina had a career as a physical therapist assistant, which gives her a unique perspective to patient care in orthopedics. Outside of work, Christina enjoys time with her husband and daughter. She likes to travel, hike and forage for local foods, as she is interested in the study of plants, especially fungi and mushrooms.