Michelle Cardinal, PA-C

Michelle Cardinal, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with nearly two decades of experience in orthopedic and spine surgery, now focused on pain management and aesthetic medicine. Her clinical strengths include patient evaluation, imaging interpretation, in-office procedures, Botox injections, and developing individualized treatment plans that address both function and quality of life. Michelle completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin and earned her Physician Assistant degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She went on to complete a one-year surgical Physician Assistant residency at Duke University Medical Center, an experience that shaped her approach to complex, procedure-based care. Passionate about patient care and lifelong learning, Michelle regularly attends conferences and continuing education events to stay current with advances in medicine. Outside the clinic, she cheers on the Texas Longhorns, spends time with family, and rarely misses one of her kids' games.