Community Memorial in Hamilton has introduced its newest addition to the orthopedic practice, Frank J. Walczak IV. He joins as a physician assistant with a strong foundation in orthopedics and athletic training with a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
Walczak is a recent graduate receiving a Master of Science in physician assistant studies from Le Moyne College and a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology with a concentration in athletic training from SUNY Cortland.
He holds multiple national certifications, including a NCCPA certified physician associate (PA- C) certification, NSCA certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), and NATABOC certified athletic trainer (ATC).
Walczak is also licensed as a New York state physician associate and holds certifications in advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and first aid from the American Heart Association.
In addition to his professional qualifications, Walczak is an active member of professional organizations, including the New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA), the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), and the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA).
Before joining Community Memorial, Walczak worked as an athletic trainer at Victory Sports Medicine & Orthopedics in Skaneateles, where he provided athletic training services in high school and junior collegiate settings. He also assisted with rehabilitation, created personalized exercise training programs, and supported orthopedic providers as a physician extender.