Stephanie Tavener, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who works with adolescents and adults to help them navigate life’s difficulties. She believes that psychiatry is a truly rewarding profession and takes great joy in assisting her patients as they find their way toward success in life.
Inspiration
Stephanie has a strong passion for psychiatry and for helping patients better understand their symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment options. She believes that compassionate care, patient education, and a supportive provider-patient relationship are essential to improving mental health and overall well-being.
Her desire to support veterans and individuals with autism is deeply personal. With a husband who is a veteran and a son with autism, Stephanie has gained a meaningful perspective on the unique challenges individuals and families may face. These personal connections inspire her to help patients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their health care journey.
Education
Stephanie earned her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Sciences from MCP Hahnemann University, now part of Drexel University in Philadelphia.
Professional Experience
Stephanie has 20 years of experience as a physician assistant across a variety of medical specialties, including psychiatry, urgent care, emergency medicine, family practice, pain management, and nephrology. Her diverse clinical background has given her experience caring for patients with a wide range of medical needs. Throughout her career, she has maintained a commitment to patient-centered care, with a particular interest in psychiatry, mental health education, and helping patients better understand their diagnoses and treatment options.
Personal Interests
Outside of work, Stephanie loves spending time with her husband and their three children. She also loves caring for and spending time with her animals, including her horses, donkeys, goats, and a Highland cow. Her connection with horses has given her a personal appreciation for the unique bond between humans and animals, and she values the comfort, companionship, and emotional connection horses can offer.
Stephanie’s family, animals, and personal experiences continue to shape her compassionate approach to caring for others and reinforce her commitment to making a meaningful difference in her patients’ lives.