Kathleen O'BRIEN - Physician's Assistant and Functional Medicine Provider 

 

Kathleen O’Brien, PA-C is a Maine state licensed Physician Assistant. She is transitioning to Functional Medicine, as well as training in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She previously practiced in Family and Internal Medicine for 13 years in the Midcoast Maine region. She received her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant from the University of New England. She is board certified with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, and has completed the Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice course through the Institute of Functional Medicine.

 

Kathleen was born and raised in Brunswick, ME, and has lived most of her life in the Midcoast region.

 

Kathleen’s experience in a primary care setting contributes to her comprehensive knowledge of all organ systems and their interconnectedness. She values the importance of finding and addressing the underlying cause of a problem, while supporting the body’s self-healing mechanisms.

 

Kathleen’s philosophy of patient care is to support patients in setting and achieving their own health goals and help them thrive mentally, physically, and spiritually.

 

She offers comprehensive care including digestive/musculoskeletal/mental health, as well as optimizing nutrient and hormone levels. Through the use of testing, nutrition, and exercise counseling, as well as lifestyle modifications she is able to offer individualized recommendations for treatment plans.

 

Her practice focus is on integrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health care, using mindful practices, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and yoga.

 

Kathleen is excited to be training and collaborating with Dr. Holly and Molly in their integrative approach to helping people live their healthiest lives. Kathleen loves using her own life journey and experiences to help others. She believes in using the energy of her own challenges and turning it into care for others.  

 

She is grateful for this opportunity to practice in her community, provide holistic care, while enjoying life with her husband and daughter.