Immediate Past President
Gwen Dalphon, PA-C 

Gwen is the Delaware Academy of Physician Assistants Immediate Past President and a board certified Physician Assistant in Delaware working in Dermatology. She has worked in DE since 2013 and is currently employed at Webster Dermatology.  Gwen completed an AAPA approved Dermatology Physician Assistant Fellowship training program in Washington, DC before moving to Delaware. Gwen graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Robert Morris University in 2009 where she played 4 years of division one field hockey. She earned her Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2012 from Seton Hill University. There she met her husband Drew, a PA working in emergency medicine in DE. Gwen is a member of The Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the AAPA. When not working she enjoys traveling, exercising, and spending time with her dog Tater, husband, friends, and family. She is looking forward to continuing her service to DAPA and continuing to give back to the profession which has given her so much.

Vice President 

Brad S. Hudson, DMSc, PA-C

Brad is a certified physician assistant in Delaware specializing in dermatology.  He has worked in Delaware since 2002 and is currently employed at Cape Henlopen Dermatology in Lewes, DE.  Concurrently, he served in the Maryland Army National Guard until his retirement from military service in 2014. 

Brad graduated from the US Army’s Interservice Physician Assistant Program through the University of Nebraska in 2002.  He went on to earn a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2005 from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and his Doctor of Medical Science from the University of Lynchburg in 2024.  

As Vice President, Brad's goals are to encourage PAs in Delaware to become actively involved in their professional society, advanced membership, and seek legislation supporting the advancement of PAs within the state. 

He is a member of the Delaware Academy of Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Physician Associates, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Associates, Diplomate Fellow.  Brad is looking forward to serving the Delaware physician assistant community while serving as Vice President of the Delaware Academy of Physician Assistants. 

Secretary 

Paige Venables, MSPAS, PA-C

Paige is a Sussex County native and have practiced in dermatology in Delaware for 3 years now. I am happy to practice medicine in the same county where I was born and raised! I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Richmond where I was part of the varsity field hockey team. I graduated with my physician assistant degree from Alderson Broaddus University in 2017 and enjoyed my time there in the beautiful state of West Virginia. In my spare time I enjoy being active outdoors, reading, and spending time with my family. I look forward to helping DAPA accomplish their goals and representing PAs in the state of Delaware.

Contact: Paige.Venables@delawarepas.org

Treasurer

Delaney Fagan, MMSc, PA-C

Delaney is a certified physician assistant currently working at Christiana Care. She graduated with a bachelors in biology from Temple University in 2017. She went on to also receive her Masters in Physician Assistant studies from Temple in 2020 where she received the Excellence in Leadership Award. She went on to work in primary care for three years before transitioning to her career in cardiology.  Delaney is a current member of the American College of Cardiology and the AAPA. She currently lives in Wilmington, DE with her husband, dog, and two cats. She enjoys spending her free time traveling, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

Contact: Delaney.Fagan@delawarepas.org

Dan Grawl, MBA, PA-C, FAAPA, FDAPA, EMT-P

Dan is a board-certified Physician Assistant at ChristianaCare. He is currently the program manager for the Advanced Joint Replacement Center and the Spine Center. He has served in multiple leadership roles throughout the system including Chair of the PA Council, lead orthopedic trauma PA, and on multiple systemwide committees. Dan became a Certified EMT/Paramedic in Pennsylvania in 1992. He pursued a baccalaureate degree at Neumann University in Health Care Business Administration from 1993 until he was accepted into Hahnemann’s PA program in 1996. He graduated from Hahnemann’s PA program with a baccalaureate degree in Allied Health in 1988 and became a NCCPA certified PA. He received his MBA from Wilmington University in 2021and was recognized for academic excellence in the Sigma Beta Delta international honor society. Dan has worked in many of the surgical subspecialties over the last 36 years. He worked as a Marketing Director for Conmed/Linvatec Corporation from 1999 to 2004 where he was responsible for the development and marketing of surgical medical devices through technique guides, marketing brochures, and multimedia platforms. During his tenure he also managed the medical education department, convention services, meeting services, and marketing communications groups. Dan returned to Christiana in 2004 to develop, implement, and maintain the Orthopedic Trauma Service as the Lead PA. He has co-authored and published numerous articles in the Orthopaedic professional journals with Craig D. Morgan, MD. He has taught physicians and PAs at both national and international conferences about orthopedic surgical procedures. He has held multiple previous leadership roles in the Delaware Academy of Physician Assistants serving as President (1993-1994) (1994-1995), Vice-President (1991-1993), and as a member of the Board of Directors (1995-1996). Dan is a co-author of enabling legislation for PAs in Delaware. Dan is a paramedic/firefighter in his local volunteer fire company and has served as director of EMS, as a fire officer, as well as on the board of directors.

Contact: Dan.Grawl@delawarepas.org

Tiwana Miller, MMS, PA-C

Tiwana is a board-certified physician assistant who specializes in family medicine. She currently works in adolescent medicine in school-based health and wellness.

Tiwana was born and raised in New Castle County, Delaware. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from the University of Delaware. In 2009, she earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Arcadia University, launching a career focused on improving patient care and community health.

In addition to her clinical work, Tiwana works at a free clinic, where she serves the underserved population in the area. She is passionate about advocating for healthcare access and equity, and actively works to educate teens and college students about the Physician Assistant profession, inspiring them to pursue careers in healthcare.

She has hosted numerous health fairs and chronic disease management workshops, empowering individuals to take control of their health.

With a focus on patient centered care, education and advocacy, Tiwana is devoted to improving health outcomes in both her clinical practice and broader community. She remains a steadfast advocate for health promotion, disease prevention and growth of the PA profession.

Contact: Tiwana.Miller@delawarepas.org

Member at Large -Kent County

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Rebecca Lewis, MSPAS, PA-C 

Becca is a board-certified Physician Assistant who was born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware and currently works in Family medicine in Georgetown, Delaware. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University’s East Falls campus in August 2024 with her Master of Science of Physician Assistant Studies and is currently employed at La Red Health Center. She is a participant in the National Health Service Corps Student to Service Loan Repayment Program and is a current member of AAPA. Becca graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Health Science where she was a Resident Assistant and was involved on the Campus Activities Board. When not working, she enjoys going to the gym, going to the beach in Lewes with her friends and family, and getting involved in the community.

Contact: Rebecca.Lewis@delawarepas.org

Nikkia King, MPH, MSPAS, PA-C 

Nikkia is currently working for Tidal Health. She graduated from University of MD Eastern Shore with a bachelor's in biology in 2010. She went on to obtain a master's in public health at George Washington University. She completed her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Lenoir Rhyne University in Hickory, NC. After completing her studies, she worked in hospital medicine for MedStar Medical Group in Baltimore and Montgomery County, Maryland. After the birth of her second son, she decided to moved back to her hometown of Delmar. She is currently working in primary care in Bridgeville, DE. She enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband and 2 sons.

Contact: Nikkia.King@delawarepas.org

AAPA House of Delegate

Delaney Fagan, MMSc, PA-C

Delaney is a certified physician assistant currently working at Christiana Care. She graduated with a bachelors in biology from Temple University in 2017. She went on to also receive her Masters in Physician Assistant studies from Temple in 2020 where she received the Excellence in Leadership Award. She went on to work in primary care for three years before transitioning to her career in cardiology.  Delaney is a current member of the American College of Cardiology and the AAPA. She currently lives in Wilmington, DE with her husband, dog, and two cats. She enjoys spending her free time traveling, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

Contact: Delaney.Fagan@delawarepas.org

AAPA House of Delegate

Kerry Gregory, DPA, PA-C

Kerry is a board-certified Physician Assistant in Delaware working in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.  She graduated from Touro College’s PA program in 2005 and has gained value experience in a variety of settings including dermatology, neurosurgery, urology, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. She also spent time as an Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies at a local university. Kerry is a member of several professional associations, including the Delaware Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Associates and American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

In May 2019, Kerry Gregory joined Christiana Care as a Physician Assistant at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center. As the first PA hired into the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, she cares for patients in the clinic, inpatient, and perioperative settings. She also performs outpatient procedures including 3D nipple and areola tattooing and scar camouflage. The mission of her team has always been to make a positive impact by serving patients in our community with compassionate care in offering state of the art reconstructive plastic surgery options. They consistently lead the medical group in patient satisfaction and were awarded the inaugural “Daisy Team Award” in 2023. At Christiana, Kerry serves on the Advance Practice Council and is involved in numerous community outreach programs related to breast cancer awareness. In 2023, she completed a Doctorate in Physician Assistant Studies, also at Touro University and is in her final year at University of Maryland Eastern Shore where she will be earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership. Last year, Kerry co-authored a chapter in the new edition (August 2025) of Roberts & Hedges’ Clinical Procedures in Emergency Medicine and Acute Care entitled “Post Cosmetic Procedure Interventions”.

When Kerry is not at work, she enjoys traveling, snuggling with Maggie (her rescue pup), and spending time with her friends/family at the beach. She is excited about the opportunity to advocate for and serve such an incredible organization and profession.