Valerie B., Lead Physician Assistant

Valerie is a compassionate, board-certified physician assistant with a focus in Medical Weight Loss Management. She joined the EMWL team in December of 2016. She received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Alderson-Broaddus College in 2012. She also obtained a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and an Associate of Science in Natural Science from Alderson-Broaddus College in 2011.
Valerie has been certified as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Before working at EMWL she was in occupational medicine for four years. Valerie met Dr. Cooper during their residency in Logan, WV. When Dr. Cooper established Elevation Medical Weight Loss she reached out to Valerie to see if she would have any interest in covering her maternity leave. Valerie feels fortunate to have met Dr. Cooper for this amazing opportunity to be able to assist patients on their weight loss journey. She credits her previous experience for laying the groundwork for her patient care methods, giving her the knowledge to devise individualized treatment plans and equipping them with the confidence they need to improve their overall health.
Valerie resides in the greater Pittsburgh area with her husband and two children. In her spare time, Valerie loves traveling and spending time with her family. She enjoys setting health goals with her patients and then sharing their enthusiasm when those goals are reached.
Valerie is dedicated to ensuring that each patient feels valued and strives to create a supportive environment for all patients. She is passionate about helping people achieve their weight loss goals and excited to see patients along their journey. Valerie also provides male hormone replacement therapy and aesthetic treatments/cosmetic injections in the office. She is excited to see you at the office to be your provider during this life-changing journey.