Charisse Gonzalez

Dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) and retired U.S. Army officer with over 20 years of military service and extensive experience in military medicine, veteran health evaluations, and disability examinations. Experienced in conducting VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations, completing Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), reviewing complex medical records, developing evidence-based medical opinions, and performing comprehensive general medical and musculoskeletal evaluations.

Clinical background includes primary care, operational and Special Operations medicine, medical readiness, and the evaluation of acute and chronic conditions.

Former Group Physician

Assistant for the Special Warfare Medical Group with a strong understanding of military service, occupational exposures, medical documentation, and the unique healthcare needs of Veterans. Brings strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to efficiently synthesize complex medical histories into clear, accurate, and well-supported evaluations.

Physician Assistant at Golden Health Holistics (2025-08 – Present)

Provide functional and integrative medicine consultations focused on identifying and addressing root causes of chronic illness. Collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners to develop personalized treatment plans incorporating nutrition, lifestyle modification, stress management, and targeted supplementation. Conduct in-depth case reviews, interpret advanced laboratory testing, and educate patients on sustainable strategies for optimizing metabolic, hormonal, and overall health.

Physician Assistant at Veteran Evaluation Services (2025-05 – Present)

Conduct comprehensive disability evaluations for U.S. veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs contract, performing detailed medical histories, physical exams, and completing condition-specific Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs). Interpret diagnostic data, document objective findings, and provide evidence-based medical opinions to support VA adjudication. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with VES and federal standards.

Group Physician Assistant at Special Warfare Medical Group (2021-05 – 2025-06)

• Serves as Group Physician Assistant for Special Warfare Medical Group (Airborne).
• Coordinates and conducts medical care and physical exams for over 3,000 patients.
• Special staff officer and advisor to the Group Commander on medical operations.

Program Director at 187th Medical Battalion (2018-10 – 2021-05)

Program Director, Instructor/Course Developer, and Physician Assistant for trauma training programs.

• Instructs deploying healthcare professionals on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC).
• Researches, develops, and validates curriculum.

Division Head at Special Warfare Medical Group (2016-03 – 2018-10)

Division head for Headquarters, Special Warfare Medical Group (Airborne). Responsible for property book and facility management of a $40 million medical training center.

• Supervises personnel, oversees budget expenditures, and coordinating training initiatives for optimal workforce development.

Physician Assistant at 97th Civil Affairs (2013-12 – 2016-03)

• Delivered comprehensive medical care to 200 Service Members, advising the Director.
• Developed combat health service support plans for civil-military operations.
• Trained and supervised over 17 Special Operations Combat Medics in tactical combat casualty care.

Physician Assistant at Shield of Odin (2011-02 – 2013-12)

• Managed medical readiness, health, and welfare for over 600 Service Members.
• Provided clinical and trauma care while deployed to Ghazni province, Afghanistan.
• Established medical protocols and policies for the organization's clinic and for airborne operations.
• Supervised, mentored, and trained 15 assigned combat medics.

Officer in Charge at 629th Medical Company (2009-12 – 2011-02)

• Led Camp Stanley Troop Medical Clinic, providing medical care to over 800 Service Members.
• Sole medical provider for Camp Stanley, South Korea.
• Provided medical advice for disaster plans and MASCAL operations.

Master of Physician Assistant Studies in Physician Assistant Studies – University of Nebraska Medical Center (2008-04 – 2009-08)

Bachelor of Science – University of Nebraska Medical Center (2007-04 – 2008-08)

Physician Assistant Student in Physician Assistant Studies – Interservice Physician Assistant Program (2025-06)