{"id":5256,"date":"2025-08-11T18:29:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T18:29:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/pa\/?p=5256"},"modified":"2025-08-11T18:29:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T18:29:13","slug":"preceptor-spotlight-series-miranda-la-croix-pa-c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/pa\/2025\/08\/11\/preceptor-spotlight-series-miranda-la-croix-pa-c\/","title":{"rendered":"Preceptor Spotlight Series – Miranda La Croix, PA-C"},"content":{"rendered":"

As part of our preceptor spotlight series here at Augsburg University PA Program we are highlighting one of our alum!<\/p>\n

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Meet Miranda LaCroix, PA-C who graduated in 2021; she currently works in Hospital Medicine caring for acutely ill adults. When asked about why she chose the path she did, it was simple: “I love the ability to treat acute conditions and see the quick improvement as someone is treated as well as the ability to encounter a variety of conditions day to day.”<\/p>\n

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What has your journey into medicine been like?<\/h4>\n

My journey into medicine started as having a mentor in the medical field. I knew I wanted to be in medicine, but not the particular role until I discovered being a Physician Assistant and the ability to practice in multiple specialties and a broad depth of knowledge. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Any tips for students transitioning from medical training to their careers?<\/h4>\n

It will be a steep learning curve from training to a career in medicine – but everyone has that happen to them so don’t get discouraged!<\/p>\n

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How long have you been a preceptor? Why did you decide to precept?<\/h4>\n

I’ve been a preceptor for 2 years. I decided to precept because I enjoy teaching the future generation of PA students and sharing my enjoyment of my specialty. <\/span><\/p>\n

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If you were not a medical provider, what career could you see yourself doing?<\/h4>\n

Baker! My best friend from grade school and myself have a pact that if we decide to quit our day jobs, we will open a bakery!<\/p>\n

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What activities do you enjoy in your spare time?<\/h4>\n

I enjoy spending time with my Newfoundland puppy, Tryptophan and my cats, Tyrosine and Alanine when I’m off work. My dog and I frequent a variety of dog parks and finding new trials to explore around the cities.<\/p>\n

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We appreciate all Miranda does for our students in the clinic as she shows them how to handle complex cases with dignity and care.<\/p>\n

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