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Erin Gear, P.A.-C, is the physician assistant for Dr. Jay Bender. She brings many years experience as a physician assistant involved in the diagnosis, treatment and surgical support of orthopedic patients.
Gear graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in sports medicine from Central Michigan University, and received her master's degree from Northeastern University. She is a member of the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants, and is certified in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support.