Elisa Pennella, Ms, Pa C
About Elisa Pennella, Ms, Pa C
Elisa Pennella is a Physician Assistant at NYU Langone Medical Center with a background in human biology and extensive experience in medical and research roles.
Title and Current Role
Elisa Pennella serves as a Physician Assistant at NYU Langone Medical Center. She has been in this position since 2017 and contributes her medical expertise to the Greater New York City Area.
Education and Expertise
Elisa Pennella earned her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Hofstra University, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Prior to this, she completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology, Health, and Society from Cornell University, studying from 2009 to 2013.
Previous Experience as Teaching Assistant at Cornell University
Elisa was a Teaching Assistant for Human Anatomy and Physiology at Cornell University from 2012 to 2013. During her role, she assisted in educating students and conducting practical lab sessions in Ithaca, New York.
Research and Internship Roles
Elisa gained extensive research experience, working as a Research Assistant in the Department of Human Development at Cornell University in 2011 and at The Feinstein Institute from 2007 to 2009. She also undertook a Summer Internship at Maimonides Medical Center from 2011 to 2014, gaining practical medical experience in Greater New York City.
Volunteer and Mentorship Programs
In addition to her professional and academic roles, Elisa has contributed to several volunteer and mentorship programs. She was a Senior Volunteer in the Medical Oncology department at Winthrop-University Hospital in 2010 and served as a Mathematics Tutor in the Peer Mentorship Program at Oceanside School District from 2007 to 2009.