Jake developed an interest in Orthopedics at a young age after sustaining various injuries throughout his soccer career. That led him to pursuing his bachelor’s degree as an Athletic Trainer. Before graduating with his Athletic Training degree Jake knew that he wanted to further his education to be able to meet his patients needs. He always knew when he graduated from PA school that he wanted to stay in the Orthopedic/ sports medicine world as he loves working with patients to help them reach their goals of returning back to their sport, or daily life activities.
Hobbies: Bodybuilding, vintage baseball, coaching, traveling, supporting Manchester United, The USA Men’s National Soccer Team, Chicago Bears, Saint Louis Cardinals, and most importantly spending time with his family
Family: Jake has a wife, a dog, and a daughter on the way!
Community Involvement: Jake and his wife are involved with their church, and Jake assists with the sports medicine team at Metamora Township High School
Education
Graduate 2022
- Sullivan University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences (Louisville, KY)
- M.S. in Physician Assistant
Undergraduate 2015
- Western Illinois University (Macomb, IL)
- B.S. in Athletic Training
