Travis Hayden, MPAS, PA-C
- Professor of Practice Physician Assistant Studies
Travis Hayden completed his undergraduate studies here at Le Moyne College with a degree in biology. Upon graduating he was awarded enrollment into the U.S. Navy’s Health Services Collegiate Program. Through the program he received his formal training as a PA at the Sisters of Charity Medical Center of Staten Island, New York. Hayden then proudly served on active duty as a Medical Service Corps Officer in the U.S. Navy, working as a PA in military and family medicine. During his time in the Navy, he completed his Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska. While stationed at the U.S. Naval Academy he pursued his interest in dermatology working with the Dermatology Department of the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD.
Since completing his tour in the Navy in 2003, Hayden has enjoyed working in the specialty field of dermatology providing care to patients in a variety of clinical settings (ranging from urban centers to remote underserved rural communities and from private practices serving those with healthcare security to free clinics serving those with healthcare insecurity; the uninsured, immigrant, and migrant communities), as well as teaching in PA education.
Hayden’s interest in helping to educate healthcare professionals is focused on the goal of improving the quality of care our patients’ receive. He is a full time faculty member of the Le Moyne College Department of Physician Assistant Studies where he works as a Professor of Practice. Hayden’s dedication to medical education also extends to guest lecturing at multiple graduate and fellowship training programs nationally, impacting a multitude of medical professionals. Throughout his career he has had the privilege of helping to educate a variety of medical professionals (PAs, NPs, medical students, and residents), both in the didactic and clinical settings.
In addition to his clinical and educational work, Hayden has had the honor to serve in the advancement of our profession by way of volunteering for various appointed and elected positions within the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA). His service to the SDPA has included: Publications & Communications Committee Chair 2005-2017, SDPA Director At Large 2017-2018, SDPA AAPA House of Delegates Representative 2018-2021, SDPA Nominations Committee 2021-2023, and as the inaugural Chair of the SDPA Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Task Force 2023-present.
In 2015 Hayden was appointed to serve as a founding Board of Trustee member for the Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF), the philanthropic arm of the SDPA. He has continued to work with the DPAF as a Research Committee member, helping PAs expand their contributions to the field of dermatology by way of engaging in scholarly and research activities designed to improve the practice of dermatologic patient care. In 2022 the Collaboratory for Interprofessional Authorship in Dermatology (CIAD) invited Hayden to join their inaugural team of scholars to help mentor and collaborate with early career healthcare professionals in the art of writing for scientific peer-reviewed publications.
Hayden’s pioneering efforts helped to create and establish the Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants (JDPA), the official journal of the SDPA, where he served as the inaugural Editor-in-Chief from 2007-2020, and has continued to work as the Founding Editor for the publication. In a landmark development in 2023, the JDPA proudly announced its partnership with Wolters Kluwer, a global publishing leader in healthcare information services. The partnership signified a significant milestone for the advancement of the PA profession. The JDPA, as a specialized publication, now plays an important role in elevating the standing of the dermatology PA profession globally.
In the fall of 2023, Hayden was honored with the SDPA Joe Monroe Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition for his years of distinguished and trailblazing service to the dermatology PA community. His exceptional commitment to advancing the dermatology PA profession with unbroken volunteer service to the SDPA since 2005 and his pivotal role in establishing and leading the JDPA during its initial formative thirteen years earned him this esteemed accolade. Hayden’s receipt of the SDPA lifetime achievement award is a testament to his unwavering dedication and profound impact on the dermatology community and the PA profession; emphasizing his commitment to mentoring and encouraging future generations of healthcare professionals to carry the torch forward, fostering innovation and excellence in the PA profession for years to come.
Education
BS, Le Moyne College, 1996
PA Certificate, Sisters of Charity Medical Center, 1998
MPAS, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2000
Areas of Specialization
Dermatology
Dermatology Diagnostic Augmentation (Utilizing AI)
Dermatology Workforce Issues and Patients’ Access to Care (specific to PA utilization)
Medical Education (non-traditional vs traditional)
Interprofessional Education and Practice
Clinical Reasoning
Implicit Bias and Transformative Learning Theory
Social Determinants of Health
Patient Centered Care
Teaching and Learning Styles
Awards and Honors
2023 SDPA Joe Monroe Lifetime Achievement Award
2023 Graduate Mentor of the Year Award, Le Moyne College
2022 Impact Award, Le Moyne College Physician Assistant Student Society
2021 Pi Alpha induction, National Honor Society for Physician Assistants
2019 Impact Award, Le Moyne College Physician Assistant Student Society
2013 SDPA Outstanding Committee Chair Member Award
2013 CNYPAA PA Educator of the Year
2009 SDPA Distinguished Service Award
2003 US Navy Honorable Discharge (Active Duty)
2002 US Navy National Defense Medal, Global War on Terrorism
2002 US Navy/Marine Corp Achievement Medal
2002 US Navy/Marine Corp Commendation Medal
1998 Roche Laboratory Award for Professional Excellence
1997 US Navy’s Health Service Collegiate Scholarship
1996 Beta Beta Beta induction, International Biological Honor Society
Publications – Books
Hayden TM, Winters J, Volz J. Chapter 11.3: Oral Cavity, Lips, Gums, and Tongue, In: DiRuggiero D, et al. Dermatology for Advanced Practice Clinicians, 2nd Edition. Wolters Kluwer; 2021.
Publications – Journal Articles:
Hsu A, Konopka K, Lobo D, Matthews M, Omlor C, Samardak R, Hayden TM, Kriegisch Kondapi K. Dermatology PAs in the Screening of Psoriasis Comorbidities. Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants. 2019;13(3):15-24.
Student Presentations
Annese L, Bashaw J, Mastroleo K, Pritchard S, Rathbun M, Salmons K, Washington J, Hayden TM, and Mercer E. Effects of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals on Female Fertility: A Systematic Review. Poster presented at: Le Moyne College Scholars Day, April 19, 2024; Syracuse, NY.
Howes J, Howes J, Melendez A, Mulvihill J, Revette Z, Wagner M, Hayden TM, and Nappi P. How College Athletics Can Provide Support for the Mental Health of Varsity Student Athletes with the Use of Mindfulness Intervention: A Systematic Review. Poster presented at: Le Moyne College Scholars Day, April 19, 2024; Syracuse, NY.
Czolgosz R, Foe E, Kowal C, Lee L, McGillicuddy N, Rutherford J, Hayden TM, and Holmes WH. Assessing Patients’ Attitudes Regarding the Inquiry of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in the Clinical Setting: A Systematic Review. Poster presented at: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants Annual Summer Dermatology Conference, June 16-19, 2022; Austin, TX.
Brightman A, Bui D, Gugino L, Reesor S, Rubel D, Savage A, Hayden TM, and Homes WH. Assessing Attitudes and Behavior of Hair Professionals towards Dermatological Screening in Syracuse, NY. Poster presented at: New York State Society of Physician Assistants 2020 Virtual CME Conference, October 16-18, 2020; 2020 Virtual CME Conference.
Hsu A, Konopka K, Lobo D, Matthews M, Omlor C, Samardak R, Hayden TM, and Kriegisch Kondapi P. Dermatology PAs in the Screening of Psoriasis Comorbidities. Poster presented at: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants 17th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference, November 20-24, 2019; Scottsdale, AZ.
Fortin MP, Buczek JF, Becht LJ, Hamdan RA, Hayden TM, Holmes WH, and Riddell JV. Bowel Bladder Dysfunction Diagnosis and Treatment: Should Primary Care Providers Be Doing More? Poster and Research in Action presented at: American Academy of Physician Assistants 47th Annual Physician Assistant Conference, May 20th, 2019; Denver, CO. Moderated poster presented at: Canadian Urological Association 74th Annual Conference, July 1, 2019; Quebec City, QC Canada.
Industry/Pharmaceutical Sponsored Presentations:
Hayden TM. Beyond Psoriasis. Presented to: Raptiva Local Patient Outreach Program, December 11, 2007; Rochester, NY. Company Sponsor: Genentech.
Hayden TM. Update on Acne. Presented to: Lyndon Pediatric Associates, July 24, 2007; Syracuse, NY. Company Sponsor: Stiefel.
Hayden TM. Update on Acne. Presented to: Brighton Hill Pediatrics, March 26, 2007; Syracuse, NY. Company Sponsor: Stiefel.
Hayden TM. Dermatology in Primary Care – Advantages of Foam Vehicles for the Treatment of Psoriasis and Acne. Presented to: Northeast Medical Family Practice, May, 2005; Syracuse, NY. Company Sponsor: Connetics Corp.
Presentations at Scholarly Meetings and Scholarly Lectures:
Hayden TM. Physician Assistant Career and Admissions Advice. Presented to: Canisius University Society of Pre-Health Professionals – Virtual PA Q&A Session, April 25, 2024; Buffalo, NY (virtual lecture).
Hayden TM. Leadership Session; Student Q&A Session. Presented to: Gannon University PA Program – Virtual Leadership Seminar Course, December 14, 2022; Erie, PA (virtual lecture).
Hayden TM. Physician Assistant Certification Exam Dermatology Review. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, 2007-2010, 2013-17 & 2022; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Physician Assistant Certification Exam Dermatology Review. Presented at: SUNY Upstate PA Program, April 2013 & 2022; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Dermatology Complete Skin Exam and Dermatological Procedures. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, April/May/June, 2017-2022; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Oral Dermatology in Urgent Care. Presented at: Wellnow Urgent Care PA/NP Fellowship Training Program – Virtual Grand Rounds Lecture, March 9, 2022; Rochester, NY (virtual lecture).
Hayden TM. Dermatology in Urgent Care. Presented at: Wellnow Urgent Care PA/NP Fellowship Training Program – Virtual Grand Rounds Lecture, May 19, 2021; Rochester, NY (virtual lecture).
Hayden TM. Dermatology Lectures; Hair/Nails, Fungal/Candida, Derm Emergencies. Presented to: Christian Brothers University PA Program – Virtual Modular Lectures, January 22 & 29, 2021; Memphis, TN (virtual lecture).
Hayden TM. Dermatology Module. Presented at: SUNY Upstate PA Program – Modular Lectures, January/February, 2010-2021; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Pediatric Dermatology. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, June, 2017-2019; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Wound Closures. Presented at: Le Moyne College NP Program, November 27, 2017; Syracuse, NY.
Grippe K, Grubb B, Hayden TM, Hyde M, Sikes M. Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF) Clinical Research Panel: Let’s Get This Started! Panel Discussion presented by DPAF at: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants Annual Summer Dermatology Conference, June 1-4, 2017; San Diego, CA.
Hayden TM. Cutaneous Malignancies Review. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, July 2016; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Dermatology Module. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program – Modular Lectures, 2004-2015; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Pharmacotherapy Case Studies. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, 2012-2015; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Physician Assistant Certification Exam Dermatology Review and Melanoma Update. Presented at: SUNY Upstate PA Program, April, 2013; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Physical Diagnosis – Problem Focused Approach to Ortho and HEENT. Presented at: SUNY Upstate PA Program, February 12 & 21, 2012; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Laceration Repair and Suturing. Presented at: SUNY Upstate PA Program, June 9, 2011; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Pediatric Exanthems Review. Presented at: Le Moyne College PA Program, June, 2011; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Skin Conditions Common to Primary Care. Presented to: Hobart and William Smith College Student Health Center, May, 2010; Geneva, NY.
Hayden TM. Recognizing and Treating Atopic Dermatitis and Diaper Dermatitis in Pediatric Patients. Presented to: Brighton Hill Pediatrics, April 12, 2010; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Getting Published – Helpful Tips from the JDPA Editor in Chief. Presented at: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants 6th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference, November 7, 2008; Tampa Bay, FL.
Hayden TM. Skin Conditions Common to Individuals with Down Syndrome. Presented to: Down Syndrome Association of CNY – Making Connections Spring Conference, April 23, 2006 & April 5, 2008; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Dermatology. Presented at: SUNY Upstate Medical College – MS III Modular Lectures, April 12, 2007; Syracuse, NY.
Hayden TM. Dermatology 101. Presented at: SUNY Upstate NP/PA Group, April 20, 2006; Syracuse, NY.
