Dr. JARICA THIGPEN, PA-C | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Physician Assistant, Medical
About
Jarica Thigpen, DMSc, PA-C, CVT, is a Physician Assistant and Co‑Founder of Coastal Medical Care, a Direct Primary Care practice in Jacksonville, FL. She earned a Master of Medical Science from Nova Southeastern University and a Doctorate of Medical Science from the University of Lynchburg. Jarica brings over a decade of clinical experience, including eight years in Emergency Medicine and a total of fourteen years in healthcare, now focused on family medicine within a DPC model.
She is dedicated to the DPC philosophy of providing personalized, unrushed care, emphasizing deep patient‑provider relationships and whole‑person health. Jarica also serves as a guest lecturer for local Physician Assistant programs and has participated in medical mission trips to Cameroon, Africa, and Honduras, reflecting her commitment to community service and global health.
Education
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University, University of Lynchburg
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: PA-C
Specialty: Physician Assistant, Medical
Designations: PA-C, CVT
Years in Practice: 14+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1881094308 Active
Primary License: Florida (FL) - PA9108134
Community Involvement
Guest lecturer for local PA programs; medical mission trips; co‑founder of a Direct Primary Care practice.
International Experience
Participated in medical mission trips to Cameroon, Africa, and Honduras.