Physician Assistants

JUSTINE-TADDUNI-PA

Justine Tadduni, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

Tel: 203-797-1500
Fax: 203-730-9503

Justine Tadduni, PA-C is a Certified Physician Assistant at OrthoConnecticut. She is working with Dr. Abiola Atanda in spine surgery. Justine is certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants and holds active Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support certifications.

In addition to her clinical skills, Justine has volunteered at hospices and nursing facilities, demonstrating her commitment to compassionate care. She is a member of the Pi Alpha National Honor Society for Physician Assistants, recognized for her academic achievement, leadership, and community service.

Education

  • Thomas Jefferson University | Voorhees, New Jersey
    Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (August 2024)
    Master’s Capstone Topic: Nephrogenic Adenoma of the Bladder
  • Stockton University | Galloway, New Jersey
    Bachelor of Science, Health Science (Dec. 2022)
    Minors in Holistic Health and Public Health
    Summa Cum Laude

Certifications

  • National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (Active)
  • Advanced Life Support (Active)
  • Basic Life Support (Active)

Physician Assistant Student Clinical Experience

  • Obstetrics/Gynecology – Jefferson Health New Jersey, Sewell, NJ (Jul-Aug 2023)
  • Urology – Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA (Sept-Oct. 2023)
  • Emergency Medicine – Jefferson Health New Jersey, Stratford, NJ (Oct-Nov. 2023)
  • Family Medicine – Complete Physician Services, Philadelphia, PA (Nov.-Dec 2023)
  • Psychiatry – Center for Family Guidance Atlantic County Jail, Mays Landing, NJ (Jan-Feb 2024)
  • Pediatrics – Nemours Children’s Health, Collegeville, PA (Feb 2024)
  • Pediatrics – Jefferson Health NJ Emergency Department, Sewell, NJ (Feb 2024)
  • Pediatrics – TJU Hospital Intensive Care Nursery, Philadelphia, PA (March 2024)
  • Surgery – Jefferson Health Northeast Bucks Campus, Lancaster, PA (Mar-April 2024)
  • Elective – Rothman Orthopedics, Egg Harbor Township, NJ (May-June 2024)
  • Internal Medicine – Jefferson Health Northeast Torresdale, Torresdale, PA (June-July 2024)

Volunteer

  • Atlantic Care Hospice
    Hospice Volunteer (January 2021- April 2021)
    Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • Lord Chamberlain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
    Volunteer (January 2021 – Feb. 2021)       
    Stratford, CT
  • Seashore Gardens Living Facility
    Volunteer (January 2020 – March 2020)
    Galloway, NJ

Skills

  • Clinical: Direct patient care, history taking and physical exam. Collaborating with preceptors to determine diagnosis, plans of care, treatments, and documentation of patient encounters.
  • Procedures: Venipuncture, urinary catheter placement, IV placement, splinting, fluorescein eye stain, nasogastric tube removal, pelvic exams, suturing, EKG placement, intra-articular injections.
  • Technology: Completed EPIC training modules V2 and V3.

Awards

  • Pi Alpha National Honor Society for Physician Assistants (August 2024)
    “For the promotion and recognition of significant academic achievement, leadership, research, community / professional service, and the encouragement of a high standard of character and conduct among PA students and graduates.” – PAEA

Call OrthoConnecticut today at 1.833.678.4628 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.