Meet Isabella Watson, MPAS, PA-C: Dedicated to women’s health and whole-person care
Isabella Watson, a board-certified physician assistant, treats a patient at The Wright Center for Community Health Clarks Summit.
Isabella M. Watson, MPAS, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant who treats patients at The Wright Center for Community Health Clarks Summit. The Honesdale native, who has always wanted a career in health care, earned a Master of Science degree in physician assistant studies from Marywood University in Scranton and joined The Wright Center in August 2025.
In addition to offering whole-person primary health services for children and adults, Watson focuses on women’s health services, including Pap smears, breast and pelvic exams. She also provides addiction and recovery services and works closely with patients in our Healthy Maternal Opiate Medical Support (MOMS) Program, which supports mothers-to-be and mothers experiencing substance use disorder.
Read on to learn more about why the 23-year-old chose to focus on women’s health and what she loves most about her job.
Q: Why did you choose to pursue a career in health care?
A: From a young age, I knew I wanted to work in health care. My family still tells stories about how I would turn family dinner nights into doctor visits, insisting that everyone play along as my patients. As I got older and began to explore careers in medicine, I realized that what truly motivated me was the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients. I chose to pursue my master’s degree in physician assistant studies because the role aligns perfectly with my values: providing compassionate care, maintaining flexibility within the medical field, and constantly learning to better serve my patients.
Isabella Watson, MPAS, PA-C, right, talks with Pujita Mallampalli, a medical assistant, at The Wright Center for Community Health Clarks Summit.
Q: When did you realize you wanted to focus on women’s health?
A: I grew up in a family surrounded by women who talked openly about girlhood and all the phases of a woman’s life. Because of that, I have always been interested in women’s health. It wasn’t until my obstetrics and gynecology rotations in PA school that I knew I wanted to make it part of my medical practice. Seeing both the joy and the heartache in this field really drew me in. I also realized that many women avoid gynecologic care because of past personal or learned experiences where they felt dismissed, judged, or not taken seriously. That lack of trust, combined with not always knowing what to expect during a visit, can make gynecologic care feel intimidating instead of a normal part of staying healthy. I’m hoping to help close that gap by improving patient education, being transparent about what gynecology care actually involves, and building trusting relationships so patients feel safe, informed, and empowered to seek the care they need.
Q: What’s the favorite part of your job?
A: My favorite part of being a physician assistant is the privilege of connecting with patients from every stage of life. I love the joyful moments of meeting new people each day, whether it’s earning a child’s trust on a first visit or supporting an adult through a complex health concern. Those interactions remind me why I chose medicine in the first place. I’m also grateful to work for a company with strong values and a genuinely supportive culture. Having colleagues who truly care about the work and about each other makes my job even more meaningful.
Isabella Watson, MPAS, PA-C, talks with a patient at The Wright Center for Community Health Clarks Summit.
Q: What’s one thing you wish your patients knew when it comes to improving their health?
A: One thing I wish patients knew is that improving their health doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Real, lasting change doesn’t happen overnight. It’s about moving in the right direction, even if it’s one manageable change at a time. Also, it’s not just the providers working behind the scenes; it’s a partnership. When patients bring their own challenges, goals, and honesty to the table, and we combine that with guidance from the health care team, we can create a plan that actually fits their lives. The best results happen when we work together.
Q: When you’re not working, what do you like to do?
A: When I’m not working, I’m usually with my family. I love hanging out with my younger siblings, and I also try to stay connected with my friends from PA school. And honestly, if I’m home, I’m probably baking. Sourdough has become my little hobby turned into a slight obsession. Plus, my family and coworkers never complain when there’s fresh bread and desserts around.
To make an appointment with Isabella, please go to TheWrightCenter.org or call 570.585.1300
