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University of Nebraska Medical Center

Heather Carney, DMSc, PA-C

Adjunct Assistant Professor

402-559-9495

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Dr. Carney is a physician assistant and adjunct professor for the Doctor of Medical Science program. She graduated from Quinnipiac University’s Physician Assistant Program in 2009 and has been working as a Hospitalist PA at Yale New Haven Hospital for the duration of her career. In 2020 she transitioned to a leadership position within the Hospitalist department where she now manages a large group of PAs and APRNs. Dr. Carney obtained her Doctor of Medical Science degree from the University of Lynchburg in 2024. She is excited to teach Quality Improvement for UNMC’s DMSc program.
Education
  • Doctor of Medical Science, DMSc, University of Lynchburg, 2024
  • Master in Health Science, MHS, Physician Assistant Program, Quinnipiac University, 2009
  • Bachelors of Science, Biology, Southern CT State University, 2005
  • Certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants, 2009-present
Honors and Awards
  • 2019 Recipient of the Yale New Haven Health System APP Mentorship Award
  • 2019 Recipient of the Yale New Haven Health System The Nurses Choice Award
  • 2024 Hamden High School Distinguished Alumna Award