CHCS - Perspectives - Summer/Fall 2014

PERSPECTIVES • SUMMER–FALL 2014 44 Energetic, passionate, an enthusiastic teacher— someone you can count on to keep it real . These are just a few words students have used to describe our newest faculty member Marlo Scott, M.P.A.S., PA-C, who joined the college in December 2013. After just a few moments spent in her presence, you will experi- ence firsthand her vivacity and sensitivity. It was her enthusiasm and compassion that prompted Scott to consider the physician assistant profession. “I knew from a young age that I wanted to work in medicine,” said Scott, who was fascinated by the science classes she had taken in middle and high school. “I thought it was a good mix with my person- ality to take care of people. I found out about the physician assistant program at the University of Florida while I was a freshman and thought it was a perfect fit.” And a perfect fit it has been. Originally from Chicago, Scott earned her under- graduate degree at the University of Florida, where she also completed the PA program. She then re- ceived a master’s degree in Emergency Medicine Studies from the University of Nebraska. She taught in the PA department at Red Rocks Community Col- lege in Denver, Colorado, as an adjunct faculty mem- ber before moving back to Florida in 2004. She has worked in emergency medicine since graduation and still loves the energy and diversity of the ER. Her caring nature has not only motivated her to serve in these areas, it has also propelled her beyond American borders. An outreach ministry sponsored by Grace Church, which is located in Melbourne, Florida, extends humanitarian efforts once a year. Scott has been able to join its team of medical, dental, and nutritional professionals, as well as its team of educators and community service workers. This year, the ministry served the underpriv- ileged people in San Cristobal—a tiny village located six hours outside of Guatemala City. “I went to Guatemala to serve people who desper- ately needed the medical care we sometimes take for granted here,” she explained. “It is such an uplifting experience each time we go on a medical mission, as it reminds you why you chose your profession and al- lows you to serve without insurance regulations and rules. The Mayans were incredibly thankful and ac- cepting of our help, and the government has devel- oped quite a bit of respect for the PA profession over the years of service. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Orlando By Iris M. Reynolds, Administrative Assistant Marlo scott (in blue scrubs) supervising the medical care administered to the Mayan women in guatemala. “It is such an uplifting experience each time we go on a medical mission...” TEAMWORK EPITOMIZED: GETTING TO KNOW Marlo Scott