Michele M. Roth-Kauffman

  • Professor
    Physician Assistant Prgm-Ruskn
  • Program Director
    Physician Assistant Prgm-Ruskn

Certification/Licensure

Florida State Board of Medicine, Licensed Physician Assistant
Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine, Licensed Physician Assistant
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Pennsylvania (inactive status)
Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Ohio (inactive status)
 

Curriculum Development

Post-Baccalaureate, Master of Physician Assistant Science (2 year), Gannon University Ruskin Campus, 2018
Post-Baccalaureate, Master of Physician Assistant Science (2 year), Gannon University Erie Campus, 2001
Master of Physician Assistant Science (5 year), Gannon University Erie Campus, accepted by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 1999
 

Distinguished Faculty Award, Gannon University 2022
Cooney-Jackman Endowed Professorship, Gannon University 2016-2019
2015 Holy Name High School President’s Leadership Circle
2010 Outcomes Achievement Award, Gannon University (awarded to the Physician Assistant Department)
2010 Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Constituent Organization Award (awarded to the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants)
2008 Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
2007 Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Constituent Organization Award (awarded to the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants)
2005 Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Constituent Organization Award (awarded to the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants)
2005 Pi Alpha National Honor Society for Physician Assistants
2003 Undergraduate Faculty Scholarship Award, Faculty Senate Gannon University
1994 American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Award

 

Duquesne University, School of Law, Pittsburgh, PA  15282 (412) 396-6300
Graduation: June 1996 Degree awarded: Juris Doctor
G.P.A. 3.47, Scale A+ = 4.0

University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE 68198-4300 (402) 559-7950
Graduation: August 2002       Degree awarded: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
G.P.A. 4.0, Scale A+ = 4.0

Saint Francis College (University), Loretto, Pennsylvania 15940 (814) 472-7000
Graduation: August 1990       Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science – Summa Cum Laude Major: Physician Assistant
G.P.A. 3.98, Scale A = 4.0
 

Gannon University
105 Commercial Center Dr.
Ruskin, FL 33573
(813) 658-4914
            Program Director, Physician Assistant Program Ruskin,
            July 2017 – present
            supervisory responsibility for 5 full-time faculty, 2 full-time      
            administrative staff member and adjuncts, budget management

Gannon University
109 University Square
Erie, PA 16541
(814) 871-5643
           Chair, Physician Assistant Department, June 1997 – June 2017
           supervisory responsibility for 8 full-time faculty, 2 full-time  
           administrative staff member and adjuncts, budget management
          
           Interim Dean, Morosky College of Health Professions and
           Sciences
           Feb 2013 – July 1, 2013
           Oversight for 17 college departments, rank and tenure, faculty
           evaluations and hiring, program review, annual reports, budget,
           graduation certifications, approval of transfer credits, grade
           changes, student issues, grant writing, program development

           Associate Dean, College of Sciences, Engineering, and Health
           Sciences, 2004 – 2008
           graduation certifications, approval of transfer credits, grade 
           changes, student issues, grant writing, program development
           special projects as assigned

           Tenured Faculty, July 2004 – present
           Professor, July 2007 – present
           Associate Professor, July 2002 – June 2007
           Assistant Professor, June 1997 – June 2002
           
           Legal Aid Volunteer Attorney, 1998 – 2017
           A Joint Program of the Erie County Bar Association and  
           Northwestern Legal Services
           Renaissance Centre
          1001 State Street, Suite 700
           Erie, PA 1650-1833
           (814) 452-6949


          Mediator, 2005 – 2009
          Alternate Dispute Resolution Program
          Erie County Bar Association
          302 West 9th Street
          Erie, PA 16502
          (814) 459-3111

          Saint Francis Hospital

         400 45th Street
         Pittsburgh, PA  15201
         (Hospital closed 2002)
         Certified Physician Assistant August 1990 – June 1997
         Complete first assistant surgical experience including
         cardiovascular/thoracic, obstetrical, gynecological, ENT,
         orthopedics, neurological and general surgery;
         preceptor for PA students


         

 

 

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • Florida Academy of Physician Assitant
  • Society for the Preservation of Physician Assistant History
  • Member Pennsylvania Supreme Court
  • Member Ohio Supreme Court
  • Loyal Christian Benefit Association

 

Publications and Scholarly Activity

Roth-Kauffman, M., Hodder, N. Expanded Carrier Status. In process Clin. Advis. Feb. 2024.

Kauffman, M, Roth-Kauffman, M. History and Physical Examination, A Case Based Approach. https://a.co/d/dY7y7uT; 2024.

Reif, J., Roth-Kauffman, M. Commotio Cordis in Athletics. Clin. Advis. https://www.clinicaladvisor.com/general-medicine/commotio-cordis-sports/ Nov. 16, 2023.

Kauffman, M. Roth-Kauffman, M., Khurana, P. et al. Primary prevention of verruca plantaris via topical herb and vitamin derivative. Int J App Pharm. 2021; 13(1): 67-68.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.22159/ijap.2021.v13s1.Y1010  

Haines, J., LeVan, D., Roth-Kauffman, M. Malnutrition in the elderly: underrecognized and increasing in prevalence. Clin. Advis. https://www.clinicaladvisor.com/home/topics/geriatrics-information-center/malnutrition-in-the-elderly-underrecognized-and-increasing-in-prevalence/: Feb. 7, 2020.

Parisis N, Kauffman M, Patton J, Roth-Kauffman M. 490 Grape Seed Extract for Verruca Plantaris. Western Medical Research Conference 2019 (Formerly Western Regional Meeting) Camel, California, January 24–26 2019. JIM. 2019; 67(1): 276-277. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jim-2018-000939.224 

Witchey D, Witchey N, Roth-Kauffman M, Kauffman M, Plantar warts: highlighting the relationship between epidemiology, pathophysiology, and adequate clinical management. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2018; 118(2): 1-15. doi:10.7556/jaoa.2018.024

Lamary M, Roth-Kauffman M. Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries. Advance for NPs & PAs.  http://nurse-practitioners-and-physician-assistants.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/Sport-Related-Concussion.aspx: July 8, 2016.

Hovendon B, Kauffman M. Dementia with Lewy bodies: an overview. MSURJ. March 2015; 10(1); 45-48.

Reilly, M, Kauffman, M. ACL injuries in athletes, why are women at greater risk? Advance for NPs & PAs. http://nurse-practitioners-and-physician-assistants.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/ACL-Injuries-in-Athletes.aspx: February 4, 2015.

Roth-Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Interpersonal and Communication Skills. In: Kauffman MK. History and Physical Examination a Common Sense Approach. Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishing; 2014:29-48.

Kauffman M, Crisci S. Prolotherapy, an alternative pain management option utilizing injection-based treatment.  Advance for NPs & PAs. http://nurse-practitioners-and-physician-assistants.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/Prolotherapy.aspx; December 28, 2013.

Kauffman M, Niebauer J. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis diagnosis and appropriate management. Clinician Reviews. 2012; 22(7); 15-21.

Kauffman MK, Kauffman MM. Colorectal Cancer Screening. Osteopathic Family Physician. 2011; 3(5); 187-194.

Kauffman MM. Prostate Cancer. Clinician Reviews. 2011; 21(1); 28-34.

Kauffman MM. Sample cases. In: Kauffman MK. Comlex level 2-PE review guide. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishing; 2011: 65-276.

Kauffman MM. Endometriosis. Clinician Reviews. 2009; 19(7); 25-30.

Kauffman MM. Hepatitis C Infection. Clinician Reviews. 2008; 18(6); 18-23.

Kauffman MK, Roth-Kauffman MM. The History and Physical Examination Workbook A Commonsense Approach. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishing; 2007.

Roth-Kauffman MM. Physician Assistant’s Business Practice and Legal Guide. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishing; 2006.

Kauffman MM, Sporer S. Recognizing Calciphylaxis. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2005; 13(7-8): 38-40.

Kauffman MM, Richter H. Sports burnout in young athletes, early sport specialization.  Advance for Physician Assistants. 2005; 13(1-2): 33-38.

Serena T, Kauffman M.  The use of Apligraf in the reconstruction of a complex abdominal wound in a patient with hepatic failure. Wounds. 2005; 17: 4.

Serena T, Kauffman M. The combination of PDGF-BB and ORC/Collagen heals a complex lower extremity stingray injury. Wounds. 2005; 17: 4.

Kauffman MM, Walker C. Return of the leeches. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2004; 12: 7(8); 42-46.

Kauffman MM, Sanchez C. Exercise induced bronchoconstriction. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2004; 12(3): 24-29.

Roth AM, Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Adolescent depression. Advance for Physician Assistant. 2003; 11(9): 48-51.

Kauffman MM, Hay K. Bell’s Palsy. Advance for Physician Assistant. 2003; 11(5-6): 52-58.

Kauffman MK, Kauffman MM. Jaundice in the newborn a family practice approach. Advance for Physician Assistant 2002: 10(9): 56-62.

Serena TE, Kostintinova S, Kauffman MM, Corbran C, Zinger C, Serena C. Incorporation of bioengineered skin (Apligraf) into a diabetic foot ulcer treatment protocol. Wound Repair and Regeneration. 2002; 10(2): A52. (Abstract)

Meheli N, Kauffman MM. Intervention: identifying patients with alcoholism. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2002; 10(1-2): 49-52.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Melanoma or mimic? The need for early diagnosis. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2001; 9(11-12): 32-36.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Chest pain with no clear cause. Advance for Physician Assistants. 2001; 9(1-2): 44-46, 49.

Expert Legal Consultant 2005 – present

Ohio Board of Regents External Consultant 2004 – present

Pennsylvania Department of Education External Consultant 2011- present

Site Visitor, Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. 2002 – present

Peer Reviewer, F. A. Davis, 2007 – present

Peer Reviewer, Clinicians Review, 2007 – present

Peer Reviewer, W.B. Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. 2006 – present

Peer Reviewer, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins/ Wolters Kluwer 2005 – present

Peer Reviewer, Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (JAAPA) 2003 – present

Peer Reviewer, Springer Publishing 2023 – present

Peer Reviewer and Chair, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants, Annual Conference Poster Presentations 2001 – 2017 

History and Physical Examiner, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine 2002 – 2012

Peer Reviewer, Advance for Physician Assistants 2002 – 2017

Corresponding Item Writer, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 2001 – 2005

Presentations

Dean A., Roth-Kauffman M., McCann N. Correlation between Maternal Support Systems and Post-Partum Depression. Presented at: 2024 Annual Symposium of Florida Academy of PAs (FAPA); Orlando FL. July 17-2, 2024.

Reif J, Roth-Kauffman M. Commotio Cordia in Athletes. Presented at: 2023 Annual Symposium of Florida Academy of PAs (FAPA); Orlando FL. August 2-6, 2023.

Johnston-Walsh, R, Roth-Kauffman M. Importance of a Medical Home for Foster Youth. Presented at: 2023 Annual Symposium of Florida Academy of PAs (FAPA); Orlando FL. August 2-6, 2023.

Mahneva O, Fakhoury T, Rees J, Kampiyil S, Roth-Kauffman M, Kauffman M. Analysis of Microbial Persistence on High Contact Restaurant Surfaces During COVID-19 Pandemic. Poster Presentation at: FMA Meeting and Conference; Orlando FL. August 4-7, 2022.

Bradley S, Roth-Kauffman M. Tikku Olam through Vaccination, Repairing the World with Healthy Communities for All. Poster Presentation at: Celebrate Gannon; Ruskin, FL. April 21, 2022.

Mahneva, O, Fakhoury, T, Roth-Kauffman, M, et al. Identification and Evaluation of Microorganisms Isolated from High Contact Surface Areas of Local Restaurants during COVID-19 Pandemic. Poster and Platform Presentation at: LECOM Bradenton Virtual Interprofessional Research Day 2022; Bradenton, FL. April 21, 2022.


Barnes D, Caminade T, Mahneva O, Fakhoury T, Kauffman M, Roth-Kauffman M.  The Presence of Pathogens in High Contact Areas of Local Restaurants. Poster presentation at: WCJRF Annual Medical Education Conference; Orlando, FL. April 13-17, 2022.

Fakhoury T, Mahneva O, Roth-Kauffman M, et all. Risk of Fomite-Mediated Transmission in High Volume Restaurants during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Poster presented at: AMSACon 2022; Washington, DC. April 7-9, 2022.


Phrathep D, Mahneva O, Roth-Kauffman M, et al. Restaurant Cleaning Practices During COVID-19 Pandemic: An Analysis of Microbial Persistence on High Contact Surface Areas. Poster and Platform Presentation at: The 85th Annual Florida Academy of Sciences; March 11th, 2022; Virtual Conference. (Winner Outstanding Platform and Poster Presentation)


Roth-Kauffman M, Kalivoda C, King D, Kons A. Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty Panel Discussion. CETL Gannon University; March 8, 2022; Virtual Presentation.


Kauffman, M. Roth-Kauffman, M., Khurana, P. et al. Primary Prevention of Verruca Plantaris Via Topical Herb and Vitamin Derivative. 2020 5th International Conference on Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science (ICPPS 2020); September 15-18, 2020; Virtual Conference. 


Patton, J.D., Shahrestani, S., Federico, A.P., Roth-Kauffman, M.M. Kauffman, M.K. Verruca Plantaris Prophylaxis-Three Month Outcomes. Poster presentation at: CMDA National Convention; Ridgecrest, NC, May 2-5, 2019.


LeVan, D., Haines, J., Roth-Kauffman, M. The Role of Occupational Therapy in Multidisciplinary Management of Malnutrition in Older Adults. Poster presentation at: 2019 American Occupational Therapy Association Conference; April 4-7, 2019; New Orleans, LA.


Kauffman M, Roth-Kauffman, M. Verruca Plantaris Prophylaxis; Early Results. Poster presentation at: 2019 4th International Conference on Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science (ICPPS 2019): March 28-30, 2019; Tokyo, Japan.


Patton, J, Shahrestani, S, Federico, A, Roth-Kauffman M, Kauffman M. Verruca Plantaris Prophylaxis – Three Month Outcomes (cohort 2). Poster presentation at: American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting; March 1-5, 2019: Washington, DC.


Patton J, Michael M, Parisis N, Kauffman M, Roth-Kauffman M. Verruca Plantaris Prophylaxis: Nine Month Outcomes. Poster Presentation at: Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California, 58th Annual Convention. February 13-17, 2019; San Diego, CA.

LeVan, D., Haines, J., Roth-Kauffman, M. Multidisciplinary Management of Malnutrition in Older Adults, 2018 Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference; October 12-13, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK, Mazur J, Condrasky L, Vernier L. Verruca plantaris prophylaxis- 12-month outcomes. Poster presented at: LECOM Primary Care Conference 2018; March 1-4, 2018; Clymer, NY.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK, Mazur J, Condrasky L, Vernier L. Verruca plantaris prophylaxis- 12-month outcomes. Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 42nd Annual CME Conference; October 18-21, 2017; King of Prussia, PA

Kauffman, MM, Kauffman MK. Verruca plantaris prophylaxis- early outcomes. Poster presented at: LECOM Summer CME Conference; Aug. 20-24, 2017; Sarasota, FL.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK, Witchey D, Witchey N. Populations at risk for plantar warts: epidemiology and preventative methods. Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 41st Annual CME Conference; October 19-22, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA.

Kauffman MM. Reimbursement, Case Review. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Erie, PA; June 23, 2016.

Kauffman MM. Contract Negotiations and Resumes. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Erie, PA; June 9, 2016.


Kauffman MM. Transition to Practice/ Contract Negotiations. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Pittsburgh, PA; Nov. 6, 2015.

Kauffman MM, Nogaj L, Prier D. What I wish I had known about Tenure and Promotion (panel discussion). MCHPS New Faculty Orientation Session; Erie, PA: October 27, 2015.

Kauffman MM. Acne 101: The Open and Closed Facts. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 40th Annual Fall CME Conference; Erie, PA: October 21-24, 2015.

Kauffman MM. Reimbursement. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Erie, PA; June 24, 2015.

Kauffman MM. Contract Negotiations and Resumes. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Erie, PA; June 2, 2015.

Kauffman MM. Contract Negotiations. Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants Smart Talks Lecture Series; Erie, PA; June 3, 2014.

Kauffman MM. Advanced Directives a Review of Utah’s Code. Presented at: Utah Osteopathic Medical Association 2013 Conference; Salt Lake City, Utah; August 15-17, 2013.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Acne Cases and Treatment Review. Presented at: Utah Osteopathic Medical Association 2013 Conference; Salt Lake City, Utah; August 15-17, 2013.

Diz R, Fleming L, Kauffman M, Masters C. Panel Discussion. Presented at: Leaders Forum for Climate Change, Avoiding Legal Issues; Erie, Pa; May 3, 2013.

Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Acne. Presented at: 5th Annual Advanced Pharmacology Update: Medication Use, Misuse and Benefits; for Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians and Physician Assistants; Erie, Pa; April 26, 2013.

Kauffman MM. Advanced Directives. Presented at: 4th Annual Advanced Pharmacology Update: Medication Use, Misuse and Benefits; for Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians and Physician Assistants; Erie, Pa; April 20, 2012.

Kauffman MK, Kauffman MM. Colorectal Cancer. Presented at: 3rd Annual Advanced Pharmacology Update: Medication Use, Misuse and Benefits; for Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians and Physician Assistants; Erie, Pa; March 11, 2011.

Kauffman M. Malpractice Headache. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 34th Annual CME Conference; November 6, 2009; Pittsburgh, PA.

Serena T, Fry R, Kauffman M.The combination of PDGF-BB and Collagen ORC Antimicrobial Matrix in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcerations. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 33rd Annual CME Conference; October 2, 2008; Valley Forge, PA.

Serena T, Cermak MB, Kauffman M. The use of bi-layered cell therapy (Apligraf) in the treatment of a hand mitten deformity in recessive scarring Epidermolysis Bullosa Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 33rd Annual CME Conference; October 2, 2008; Valley Forge, PA.

Serena T, Kauffman M. Bismuth subgallate/borneol (suile) results in less scarring than a topical antimicrobial in the human forearm biopsy trial for acute wound healing. Podium & poster presentation at: The 2nd SCAR Meeting at the Faculty of Medicine; September 25-27, 2008; Montpellier, France.


Kauffman M. Malpractice for Physician Assistants. Recorded for: ReachMD- Radio XM 160; September 22, 2008; ran October 12- 18, 2008; Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. Malpractice for Physicians employing Physician Assistants. Recorded for: ReachMD- Radio XM 160; September 22, 2008; ran November 23-29, 2008; Erie, PA.


Kauffman M. Employment Contracts for Physician Assistants. Recorded for: ReachMD- Radio XM 160; September 22, 2008; ran December 21- 27, Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. The expanding role of the Physician Assistant; review of the new rules and regulations. Presented at: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; September 19, 2008; Erie, PA.

Bower L, Kauffman M. Suture Workshop. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 32nd Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2007; Altoona, PA.


Serena T, Kauffman M. Apligraf heals a recalcitrant pressure ulcer of 28 years duration. Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 32nd Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2007; Altoona, PA.

Serena T, Steed D, Kauffman M. The treatment of venous leg ulcerations with a novel fetal bovine dermal collagen matrix with a comparison to pre-clinical animal studies. Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 32nd Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2007; Altoona, PA.

Serena, T, Zinger C, Kauffman, M. Maxorb Ag a novel treatment for pediatric burns. Poster Presented at: Symposium of Advanced Wound Care; April, 2007; Tampa, FL.

Serena, T, Zinger C, Kauffman, M. A new silver alginate with greater contribution to wound bed preparation. Poster Presented at: Symposium of Advanced Wound Care; April, 2007; Tampa, FL.

Kauffman M. Workshop/Dossier presentation. Presented at: Strategies for Successful Professional Advancement - Professor; June 6, 2007, Erie, PA.


Serena T, Kauffman M. A randomized, investigator-blind, study to evaluate Suile ointment vs. Becaplermin (PDGF-BB) in human forearm biopsy model.  Podium presentation at: The Wound Healing Society Meeting; April 29, 2007; Tampa, FL.

Serena T, Navorolli T, Kauffman M. The use of clothing containing silver fibers in the treatment of patients with epidermolysis bullosa.  Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 31th Annual CME Conference; October 4, 2006; Harrisburg, PA. Podium Presentation at: 2006 Symposium of Advanced Wound Care; April 2006; San Antonio, Texas.

Serena T, Lasko J, Shannon M, Kauffman M. The use of ultrasonic therapy in a painful burn wound.  Poster presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 31th Annual CME Conference; October 4, 2006; Harrisburg, PA. Podium Presentation at: 2006 Symposium of Advanced Wound Care; April 2006; San Antonio, Texas.

Kauffman M. Medical errors. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 30th Annual CME Conference; October 16, 2005; Pittsburgh, PA.

Serena T, Kauffman M. The combination of PDGF-BB and ORC/Collagen heals a complex lower extremity stingray injury.  Poster presented at: Symposium on Advanced Wound Care: April, 2005; San Diego, CA and Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 30th Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2005; Pittsburgh, PA.


Serena T, Kauffman M.  The use of Apligraf in the reconstruction of a complex abdominal wound in a patient with hepatic failure. Poster presented at: Symposium on Advanced Wound Care: April, 2005; San Diego, CA and Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 30th Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2005; Pittsburgh, PA.

Kauffman M. Workshop/Dossier presentation. Presented at: Strategies for Successful Professional Advancement - Tenure; June 8, 2005; Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. Defensible Medical Documentation. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 29th Annual CME Conference; October 15, 2004; Altoona, PA.

Kauffman M. Workshop/Dossier presentation. Presented at: Strategies for Successful Professional Advancement - Rank of Associate Professor; June 2, 2004; Erie, PA.


Kauffman M. Malpractice Issues for Pas. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 28th Annual CME Conference; October 17, 2003; Philadelphia, PA.

Kauffman M. The Physician Assistant Profession and Education. Presented at: Academic Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees, Gannon University; September 25, 2003; Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. Advancing from Assistant to Associate Professor. Presented at: Demystifying the Process… Strategies for Successful Professional Advancement, Gannon University; June 4, 2003; Erie, PA.


Kauffman M. The Physician Assistant. Presented at: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; December 17, 2002; Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. Insurance Issues- Medicare/HIPPA. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 27th Annual Conference; September 27, 2002; Pittsburgh, PA.

Kauffman M. Malpractice Pitfalls. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 27th Annual Conference; September 27, 2002; Pittsburgh, PA.

Serena T, Kauffman M, Blum S. The choice of Apligraf over autograph in the reconstruction of a fasciotomy site. Podium presentation at: Focus Group Meeting of the European Tissue Repair Society; September 14, 2002; Nice-Port St. Laurent, France.

Kauffman M. Tips for successful professional advancement. Presented at: Professional Development Workshop, Gannon University; June 12, 2002; Erie, PA.

Serena T, Collins K, Isaacs C, Hardin-Young J, Kauffman M, et al. The use of bioengineered skin (Apligraf) to treat a complex wound created by Ecthyma Gangrenosum and the persistence of bioengineered skin 10 months after application. Podium presentation at: The Wound Healing Society Meeting; May 29, 2002; Baltimore, MD.

Serena T, Kostintinova L, Kauffman M, Corban C, et al. Incorporation of bioengineered skin (Apligraf) into a diabetic foot ulcer treatment protocol. Poster presentation at: The Wound Healing Society Meeting; May 29, 2002; Baltimore, MD.  (and The Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 27th Annual Conference; September 26, 2002; Pittsburgh, PA.)

Kortyna R, Grzybicki D, Vrbin C, Kortyna D, Freeman M, Kauffman M et al. What do Physician Assistant Students know about the educational requirements for other Allied Health Care Personnel? Poster presentation at: American Academy of Physician Assistants 30th Annual Conference; May 25, 2002; Boston, MA. (and The Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 27th Annual Conference; September 26, 2002; Pittsburgh, PA.)

Kauffman M. A Career as a Physician Assistant. Presented at: Career Day Northwestern School; April 4, 2001; Girard, PA.

Kauffman M. Risk Management. Presented at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 26th Annual CME Conference; October 18, 2001; Philadelphia, PA.

Kauffman M, DeLuca M. A look at scholarship in the Physician Assistant Profession. Poster presentation at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 26th Annual CME Conference; October 17-20, 2001; Philadelphia, PA.

Serena T, Blasek S, Kauffman M. Yersinia enterocolitica presenting as acute appendicitis in a three-year-old Amish boy in rural Northwest Pennsylvania: a diagnostic dilemma. Poster presentation at: Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 26th Annual CME Conference; October 17-20, 2001; Philadelphia, PA.

Kauffman M. The Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants.  Presented at: Gannon University; August 30, 2001; Erie, PA.

Kauffman M. The Physician-PA Team. Presented at: Gannon University; August 29, 2001; Erie, PA.
 

 

Committees

Chair, Committee on Student Conduct, Gannon University 1997 – present
Chair, Admissions Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 1997 – present (Erie Campus 1997-2017, Ruskin Campus 2018 – present)
Graduate Council, Gannon University 2003 – present
Program Historian, Society for the Preservation of Physician Assistant History 2007 – present
Gannon University Speakers Directory 2009 – present 
Physician Assistant Programs in Catholic Universities 2013 – Present
Ruskin Meeting Group, Gannon University 2016 – Present
Ruskin New Program Team, Gannon University 2016 – Present
Chair, Accreditation Committee, Physician Assistant Program Ruskin Campus, Gannon University 2017 –Present
Ruskin PA Program Handbook Committee, Gannon University 2017 – Present (Chair 2017-2021)
Ruskin PA Program Curriculum Committee, Gannon University 2017 – Present (Chair 2017-2019)
MCHPS Leadership Council, Gannon University 2017 – Present
Simulation and Assessment of Competencies Committee, Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), 2018 – Present
International Conference on Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science (ICPPS) Technical Committee and Reviewer, 2019 – Present
International Conference on Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science (ICPPS) Conference Committee, 2020 – Present
Florida PA Program Directors Council, 2021 – Present
Student Experience Leadership Team, Gannon University 2023 - Present
Chair, Ruskin PA Clinical Coordinator Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2023 
Chair, Ruskin PA Faculty Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2023 
Ruskin PA Clinical Coordinator Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2022 
Ruskin PA Clinical Coordinator Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2021 – 2022
Athletic Training Curriculum Advisory Committee, Gannon University Ruskin 2019 – 2022
MCHPS Rank and Tenure Committee, Gannon University 2021 – 2022
Ruskin PA Program Secretarial Search, Gannon University 2021
Chair, Ruskin PA Faculty Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2020
Chair, Ruskin PA Program Secretarial Search, Gannon University 2020
Chair, Ruskin PA Clinical Coordinator Search, Gannon University Ruskin 2019 – 2020
STEM Center Advisory Committee, Gannon University 2015 – 2019
Ruskin Classroom/ Lab Committee, Gannon University 2017 – 2019
Ruskin Construction Committee, Gannon University 2016 – 2019
Phase II Ruskin Renovation Sub-Committee, Gannon University 2016 – 2019
Chair, Ruskin PA Program Advisory Board, Gannon University 2017 – 2019
Student and Faculty Affairs Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2000 – 2019 (Chair 2000 – 2011)
Conference Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2002 – 2019
Awards Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2007 – 2019
Chair, Poster Presentation Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2002 – 2018
Ruskin Secretarial Search, Gannon University 2018
Ruskin PA Program Faculty Search, Gannon University 2018
Ruskin PA Associate Program Director Search, Gannon University 2018
Manatee County Co-Op Solar Selection Committee, 2018
Ruskin PA Secretarial Search, Chair, Gannon University 2018
Phase II Ruskin Academic Sub-Committee, Gannon University 2016 – 2017
Graduate Policies Work Group, Gannon University 2014 – 2017
Attorneys and Kids Together (AKT) Committee, Erie County Bar Association 2011 – 2017
Mentoring, Erie Technology Incubator, Gannon University 2016 – 2017
Search Committee, Clinical Coordinator PA Program- Ruskin, Gannon University 2017
Clinical Education Task Force, Gannon University 2017
Ruskin Secretarial Search, Gannon University 2017
Chair, Accreditation Committee, Physician Assistant Program Erie Campus, Gannon University 2013 – 2017
Evaluation Sub-Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 2013 – 2017 (Chair 2015-2016)
Parent Advisory Committee, Elk Valley Elementary School 2014 –2017
Scholarly Release Time Committee (previous-Faculty Release Time Committee), Gannon University 2014 – 2016
Additional Location Group, Gannon University 2012 – 2015
Scanner and Integration Software Subgroup, Gannon University 2015
Catholic Intellectual Tradition Committee, Gannon University 2010 – 2014
Advisory Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 1999 – 2013
Team Leader Graduate Council Workgroup: Graduate Identity, Gannon University 2011 – 2013
Middle States Steering Committee, Gannon University 2011 – 2013
Co-Chair Middle States Faculty Work Group, Gannon University 2011 – 2013
NSF- Advance Steering Committee 2013
Distance Learning Advisory Board 2013 
Chair, MCHPS Advisory Board 2013
Focal Point Australian Catholic, Gannon University 2013
Consortium Life Works Erie 2013
Dean Search, Gannon University 2013
Search, Faculty Organizational Leadership Program, Gannon University 2012 – 2013
Mission and Identity Council, Gannon University 2003 –  2012
Search, Biology Chair, Gannon University 2012, Chair
Presidential Search, Faculty Representative, Gannon University 2011
PANCE 1 Test Committee, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 2005 – 2011
Item Review Committee, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 2006 – 2011
Chair, Student Conduct Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 1997 – 2010
Scholarship Committee, Erie County Bar Association 1999 – 2010; Chair 2009
Subcommittee on Strategic Planning, Mission and Identity Council, Gannon University 2009 
Chair, Accreditation Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 2008 – 2009
Evaluation Sub-Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 2008 – 2009
Search Committee, Director of the School of Nursing, Gannon University 2007 – 2009
Rank and Tenure Committee, Gannon University CESHS 2006 – 2009
Program Review Committee, Gannon University CESHS 2006 – 2009; Chair 2009
Morosky Renovations Color Committee, Gannon University 2008
Academic Affairs College SEHS (Ex Officio), Gannon University 2005 – 2008
Conferencing Committee, Gannon University 2006 – 2008
Chair, Task Force on New Program Development, Gannon University CESHS 2007 – 2008
Coordinating Marketing Committee, Gannon University 2007 – 2008
Morosky Renovations, Gannon University 2007 – 2008
Chair, Program Analysis Work Group, Gannon University 2006 – 2007
Chair, Student Affairs Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2006 – 2007
Co-Chair, Student Affairs Committee, Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants 2001 – 2006
Health Science Administration Council, Gannon University 1997 – 2007, Chair 2004 – 2007
Item Writer, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 2001 – 2005
Distance Learning Task Force, Gannon University 2005 – 2006
Chair, Search Committee Physical Therapy Chairperson, Gannon University 2006
Board of the Consortium Program in Dietetics, Gannon University 2003 – 2006
Institutional Policy Manual Revision Task Force, Gannon University 2003 – 2005
Chair, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Selection Committee, Gannon University 2004 – 2005
TLTR Course Management Software Project Committee, Gannon University 2004 – 2005
On-line Evaluation and Assessment Committee, Gannon University 2004 – 2005
Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Committee, Gannon University 2003 – 2004
University Review Council, Gannon University 2000 – 2003
Search Committee Dean of Sciences, Engineering, and Health Sciences, Gannon University 2002 – 2003
Chair, Hearing Committee University Review Council, Gannon University 2002 – 2003
Chair, Thesis Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Gannon University 2002 – 2003
CSEHS Research Committee, Gannon University 1999 – 2001 
Middle States Working Group (Finance), Gannon University 2001
Search Committee School Director/Chair Nursing Department, Gannon University 2000
Medical/Legal Committee, Erie County Bar Association 1998 – 2001
Legal Journal Committee, Erie County Bar Association 2000
 

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