Dina Schnellinger, MS, PA-C; PT

Dina Schnellinger, MS, PA-C, PT, is a licensed Physician Assistant and Physical Therapist who has practiced in the fields of Medicine for over 20 years. Since earning her master’s degree from LeMoyne College’s Physician Assistant program, Dina has gained experience working in the areas of Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and Surgery. Before seeking her masters, Dina graduated from Daemen College’s Physical Therapy program and practiced for over fifteen years as a manual therapist.

Dina is a Professor of Practice at the Le Moyne College Physician Assistant program co-teaching the Professional Skills Courses, CML lab, Physical Diagnosis lab and is part of the MAGIS team. She has participated in RISHI training and helped to bring the Healer’s Art to the local PA community. She has worked with numerous Students to precept during their rotations. She was also a previous Professor and Clinical Coordinator at Ohlone College Physical Therapy Assistant program. Dina is Reiki certified and believes in the importance of giving back to the community and fields of her professions while she enjoys facilitating and guiding future practitioners. Dina grew up in Western New York and spent over a decade living and working in Berkeley, California. She immerses herself in a culture and lifestyle that includes eastern and western medicine, nutrition as medicine, and spending time in the outdoors. She enjoys cooking and travel, DIY projects and spending time with her family and dog.