December WVHAMP Provider Spotlight

December WVHAMP Provider Spotlight

Michele Roach-Courts

My name is Michele Roach-Courts.  I am from Charleston, WV.  I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University.  I then went on to PA school at Alderson Broaddus College, where I obtained another Bachelor of Science in 2003.  After practicing for 5 years, I completed my Master of Science in PA Studies from Alderson Broaddus College.  I am currently working on my Doctor of Medical Science degree through Lincoln Memorial University. 

I have been a practicing physician assistant since 2003 and have worked in primary care, urgent care, and psychiatry.  I have worked for Cabin Creek Health Systems at our Kanawha City location since 2014, where I currently practice in primary care, as well as treat Hepatitis C.  I am looking forward to also learning how to treat HIV, through the upcoming WV HIV Academic Mentoring Program. 

There are very few disease states that can be cured, and not just managed.  So, I find it very gratifying to be able to treat these patients and give them some peace of mind when it comes to Hepatitis C.  I also think that being able to cure a patient’s Hepatitis C encourages them to maintain sobriety.  I was a participant of the first WVHAMP cohort in 2020.  With the support of WVHAMP, I have treated over 25 individuals, and half of them have achieved cure.  I look forward to treating more. 

I believe it’s important to give back to your community, not only through your work, but also with your time.  I am currently on the DEI committee of the WV Rural Health Association, a member of the African Heritage PA Caucus, and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.  In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with my friends and family.