Dr. COLLEEN SHENDOW | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Physician Assistant
About
Colleen Shendow is a physician assistant with eight years of experience in Internal Medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish from the University of Virginia and completed a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Shenandoah University in 2016. At Smartypants Medicine she embraces the Direct Primary Care model, emphasizing longer visits, personalized care plans, and a focus on preventive health to keep patients well and avoid unnecessary interventions.
She is passionate about women’s health, menopause, obesity management, mental health, and routinely performs skin procedures and joint injections. Colleen believes in treating the whole person, recognizing that lifestyle, environment, and emotional wellbeing all impact health. In her spare time she enjoys triathlon training, hiking, and spending time with her husband and three boys, staying active to model the healthy lifestyle she promotes for her patients.
Education
Medical School: Shenandoah University (2016)
- Degree Physician Assistant - Shenandoah University (2016)
Board Certification & Credentials
Specialty: Physician Assistant
Years in Practice: 8+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1912444167 Active
Primary License: Virginia (VA) - 0110005633
Professional Memberships
- Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants - Member
- American Academy of Physician Assistants - Member