Candace Bassett, MPAS, PA-C

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303-750-1920

In Practice Since:
2018

Affiliations:
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants American Academy of Physician Assistants, member since 2015 Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants, member since 2015

Introduction:

Candace is a member of our care team at Aurora Family Medicine Center. She earned her Integrative Physiology BA from University of Colorado Boulderand completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from University of Colorado School of Medicine. Candace is looking forward to providing quality care to her patients.

Candace has received a plethora of awards, scholarships, and recognition for her care. She has been awarded the following during her tenure:

• Patricia Schroeder Scholarship, CU School of Medicine, 2016-2017
• CAPA Student Scholarship, Colorado Academy of Physician Assistants, 2016
• Biological Undergraduate Research Skills & Training Grant, CU Boulder, 2009-2010
• Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program Grant, CU Boulder, 2009 (declined)
• Integrity Scholarship, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, CU Boulder, 2008

Education

Undergraduate Education
Integrative Physiology, BA awarded with distinction and with a Neuroscience Certificate from University of Colorado Boulder, 2010

Graduate Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies from University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2018

Care philosophy:

With a background in research aimed at improving healthspan, not just lifespan, she grew to appreciate the power of preventative medicine. During her medical training, she found a passion for working with patients of all ages and knew family medicine would be the best fit. She strives each day to help her patients achieve their wellness goals.

Personal:

Candace is known for being reliable, respectful, and honest. When not treating patients, she enjoys spending time with family, camping, boating, waterskiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, snowboarding, playing the piano and cheering on the Buffs, Avs and Broncos.