Ashley Quinlan, PA-C is a 2018 alumna of the UK Department of Physician Assistant Studies. Prior to joining UK faculty, Professor Quinlan practiced Family Medicine and established a diabetes management program at a private practice in Lexington. Prior to becoming a PA, she worked as a CMA (AAMA) and a clinical supervisor in the same private practice and assisted in achieving the patient-centered medical home recognition. Her experience brings a unique perspective of patient care and medical practice management.

She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), the American Society of Endocrine Physician Assistants, and the Kentucky Academy of Physician Assistants (KAPA).

Professor Quinlan teaches primarily within the didactic portion of the UK curriculum. She is passionate about patient-centered care and has a clinical interest in endocrinology.