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Dr. Shannon Townsend

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Mechanicsville, VA Richmond Gastroenterology
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years at Richmond Gastroenterology
Gender
Female
Connections
135
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Shannon Townsend is one of them.
  • 490 Physician Assistants are based in VA (out of 33,258 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 5 contacts at Richmond Gastroenterology are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in VA: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $130,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in VA: Orthovirginia (13), Inova Health System (11), Eastern Virginia Medical School (10).
  • 82% of Physician Assistants in VA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

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Education
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Master's
2009
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Bachelor's degree / Magna Cum Laude
2006
Skills
Gastroenterology Pulmonology Healthcare Emr Clinical Research Hipaa Hospitals Medicine Acls Patient Education Board Certified
Professional Overview

Dr. Shannon Townsend is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Richmond Gastroenterology, based in Mechanicsville, VA. As a physician assistant, Dr. Townsend contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Mechanicsville, VA. They have been with Richmond Gastroenterology for 12 years. Dr. Townsend holds academic credentials, including Master's and Bachelor's degree / Magna Cum Laude, from Wake Forest School of Medicine and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Core competencies include Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Healthcare, Emr, Clinical Research. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Mechanicsville, VA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Shannon Townsend located?
Dr. Shannon Townsend is based in Mechanicsville, VA. They are currently affiliated with Richmond Gastroenterology.
What is Dr. Shannon Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Shannon Townsend specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Shannon Townsend currently work?
Dr. Shannon Townsend currently works at Richmond Gastroenterology. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Dr. Shannon Townsend's educational background?
Dr. Shannon Townsend attended Wake Forest School of Medicine and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
How do I contact Dr. Shannon Townsend for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in VA?
Physician Assistants in VA typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $130,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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