MATTHEW A. COLTON
San Diego
Summary
Fellowship-trained Physician Assistant seeking to continue serving veterans by applying over 15 years of clinical, military, and leadership experience. Dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care through independent evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, care coordination, and patient education while contributing to clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the continued advancement of veteran healthcare services.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Point Loma Nazarene University
01.2021 - Current
- Teach emergency medicine, cardiology, infectious disease, EKG interpretation, and clinical reasoning within the Physician Assistant Program. Participate in student admissions, evaluation, and mentorship.
Physician Assistant
Veterans Evaluation Services
01.2021 - Current
- Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations, review diagnostic studies and medical records, assess functional limitations, and develop evidence-based medical opinions for veterans with complex medical conditions.
Assistant Medical Director
Alexander Surgery Center / Total T Clinic
01.2020 - Current
- Evaluate patients, formulate treatment plans, review diagnostic studies, coordinate specialty referrals, and provide follow-up care for musculoskeletal and chronic medical conditions. Perform ultrasound-guided procedures and assist with development of clinical protocols and patient care pathways.
Department Head / Associate Professor
Surface Warfare Medical Institute / Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led academic and operational functions for the Navy Independent Duty Corpsman School. Oversaw faculty, students, curriculum development, and program quality assurance. Directed the transition to a distance-learning platform during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring uninterrupted training and mission readiness while maintaining academic standards.
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Naval Medical Center San Diego
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Independently evaluated, diagnosed, treated, admitted, and discharged patients across all acuity levels in a high-volume emergency department. Managed medical, surgical, orthopedic, neurologic, and traumatic emergencies while supervising physician interns and PA fellows.
Fellowship Director, Emergency Medicine / Associate Professor
Naval Medical Center San Diego / Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Directed the Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Fellowship, overseeing the education, clinical training, and professional development of eight fellows annually. Coordinated military and civilian clinical rotations, provided bedside instruction, delivered didactic education, and led evidence-based medicine journal clubs.
Military Medical Leadership Positions
United States Navy
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Served as Battalion Medical Officer, Medical Planner, Officer in Charge, and senior medical advisor supporting Marine Corps and deployed operational units. Managed medical readiness programs, primary care operations, emergency medical support, patient movement, medical evacuation planning, and supervision of Hospital Corpsmen in both garrison and deployed environments.
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Provided acute medical care, preventive medicine, trauma support, and operational medical services in both training and deployed environments. Completed formal cardiovascular technician training with additional experience in cardiac and vascular ultrasound.
Education
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Fellowship -
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - undefined
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Cardiovascular Technician Program - undefined
Naval School of Health Sciences
Naval Trauma Training Center - undefined
Los Angeles County/USC Trauma Center
01-2016
Skills
- Fellowship Director, Emergency Medicine PA Fellowship
- Associate Professor, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
- Assistant Medical Director
- Adjunct Faculty, Point Loma Nazarene University
- Retired Naval Officer
- Interventional procedures
- Image interpretation
- Clinical leadership and supervision
- Abdominal ultrasound
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Point Loma Nazarene University
01.2021 - Current
Physician Assistant
Veterans Evaluation Services
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Medical Director
Alexander Surgery Center / Total T Clinic
01.2020 - Current
Department Head / Associate Professor
Surface Warfare Medical Institute / Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
01.2019 - 01.2020
Fellowship Director, Emergency Medicine / Associate Professor
Naval Medical Center San Diego / Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
01.2017 - 01.2019
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Naval Medical Center San Diego
01.2016 - 01.2020
Military Medical Leadership Positions
United States Navy
01.2011 - 01.2017
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
01.2001 - 01.2010
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - undefined
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Cardiovascular Technician Program - undefined
Naval School of Health Sciences
Naval Trauma Training Center - undefined
Los Angeles County/USC Trauma Center
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Fellowship -
Naval Medical Center San Diego