Dawn Calabrese, PA-C

Dawn Calabrese is a board-certified physician assistant who works with Dr. Frank Tull, an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacement. She has evaluated and treated patients with various orthopedic conditions since 2004. She specializes in general orthopedics with an emphasis in adult reconstruction and revision surgery.

Dawn provides specialized treatment and patient education for topics including managing arthritis and degenerative joint disease, weight management resources, wound care, cast care, and surgical procedure expectations and outcomes. She provides care to patients 12 years of age and older.

Dawn received her Master of Medical Science as a physician assistant from Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. She has extensive athletic training experience with area high schools and professional sports teams. She is a current member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Missouri Academy of Physician Assistants.

"I believe my gift is engaging, connecting, educating and motivating patients in their health needs. When people from all backgrounds feel compassion, trust and empathy, and they recognize that I listen to their concerns, it makes a difference in their health care experience."