Marshfield Medical Center-River Region at Stevens Point Emergency Dept. adds physician assistant

The emergency medicine team at Marshfield Medical Center-River Region at Stevens Point recently welcomed a new physician assistant.

Elizabeth Schmid is a Stevens Point native who entered the field of medicine because she has a passion for helping others.

“It offers the opportunity to continuously grow and learn something new each day,” Schmid said. “It has allowed me to combine my interest in science with my desire to provide compassionate care.”

From sprains and bone fractures to respiratory infections, Schmid helps many patients. During each visit, she strives to connect.

“I believe that patient care is a collaborative relationship between patient and provider,” Schmid said. “I believe that starts with truly listening to the patient and approaching every visit with empathy and care.”

Schmid received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse before earning her master’s in physician assistant studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She now appreciates the opportunity to care for central Wisconsin residents in her hometown.

“Marshfield Clinic Health System has invested in small communities and rural areas,” said Schmid. “I value being part of an organization that is focused on the community and truly seeks to provide the best care possible even when working with limited resources in rural outreach communities.”

In her spare time, Schmid enjoys kayaking, gardening, fishing and hunting.

Schmid joins a full-service emergency department at Marshfield Medical Center-River Region at Stevens Point. It is open 24 hours each day, 365 days a year and has lab and imaging services. If patients need further care, the inpatient unit at the hospital is available and patients also have access to higher-acuity facilities in nearby Weston and Marshfield.

To learn more, visit the Marshfield Clinic Health System website.