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Marist Fall 2026 Open House
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
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Marist Fall 2026 Open House
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
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Admission & Financial Aid
Marist Fall 2026 Open House
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Admission & Financial Aid
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Student Life
Marist Fall 2026 Open House
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Student Life
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Jeff Midgley
Program Director for the PA Program
Bio
Jeff Midgley, DMSc, PA-C, is the Program Director and Clinical Associate Professor for the Marist University Physician Assistant Program. He joined the program full-time in 2017 after serving as a member of the advisory board, clinical preceptor, and adjunct faculty member. Dr. Midgley earned his Doctor of Medical Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Touro College, a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Long Island University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Binghamton University.
Prior to entering academia, Dr. Midgley spent nearly two decades practicing emergency medicine in both community and academic hospital settings throughout New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. His clinical background continues to shape his teaching philosophy by emphasizing practical application, critical thinking, risk management, and patient-centered care.
Dr. Midgley's academic interests include medical education, curriculum design, simulation, artificial intelligence, and educational technology. He is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and leveraging innovative technologies to improve both student learning and program operations. His work has been recognized through presentations at regional conferences on topics including educational technology, artificial intelligence, faculty development, and process automation in PA education.
Beyond Marist, Dr. Midgley serves as an ARC-PA Site Visitor and contributes to multiple national initiatives through the New York State Society of Physician Associates. He is committed to preparing compassionate, knowledgeable, and adaptable clinicians while continually exploring new ways to advance physician assistant education.
Education
DMSc, University of Pittsburgh
MS, Physician Assistant Studies, Touro College
BS, Physician Assistant Studies, Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus
BA, Psychology, SUNY Binghamton University
Service to the PA Profession
American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA):
- Pre-PA Virtual Mixer Mentor
- Webinar Speaker
Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA):
- PA Program Site Visitor
- Event Moderator - Inaugural ARC-PA Conference
Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA):
- Content Expert - Standards Setting Working Group
- Event Moderator - Annual Forum
New York State Society of Physician Associates (NYSSPA):
- Conference Presenter
- Spokesperson
- Program Director Forum Member
- Mentorship Task Force Committee Member
Presentations
American Academy of Physician Associates - “Oh, MMI… you got an interview” - June 2026
Marist University Center for Teaching & Learning - Teaching with Technology: Leveraging built-in tools to enhance lesson delivery - January 2025
Marist University School of Science - Physician Assistant/Associate, PArtners in Care - December 2024
Marist University School of Science Faculty Learning Community - Who’s your Copilot? Using AI to boost lectures - November 2024
Marist University School of Science Faculty Learning Community - Teaching with Technology: Leveraging built-in tools to enhance lesson delivery - November 2024
Patricia Tietjen Teaching Academy - Tech Tools for Today’s Teacher - May 2024
NYSSPA Annual CME Conference - So You Want to be a PA Educator? - November 2023
Patricia Tietjen Teaching Academy - Creating an Assessment & Plan for the Struggling Medical Learner - October 2021
EMS Connections Conference - Pediatric Emergencies - November 2014
Harpur’s Ferry Collegiate EMS Conference - Principles of Burn Management -March 2014
Awards and Honors
Best Collaborative Project - University of Pittsburgh DMSc Program, February 2025
Pi Alpha Honor Society Faculty Induction - Marist University PA Program, July 2020
Certificate of Appreciation - Founding Preceptor, Marist University PA Program, September 2018
Maureen Sullivan Award for Dedicated Service, LIU Physician Assistant Program, July 7, 2006
Dean’s List, LIU Physician Assistant Program, Fall 2004, Fall 2005, Spring 2006
Alpha Chi Honor Society, LIU Physician Assistant Program, February 2006
Mary Faughnan Award for Meritorious Service, Harpur’s Ferry Ambulance, April 2004
