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Dr. Joshua Makela

Physician Assistant

Physician Flagstaff, AZ U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
4 years at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Gender
Male
Connections
63
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 161,970 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Joshua Makela is one of them.
  • 2,155 Physicians are based in AZ (out of 27,246 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 13,511 contacts at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in AZ: $106,000 – $158,000 (median $125,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in AZ: Sole Proprietor (84), Banner Health (79), Mayo Clinic (62).
  • 1% of Physicians in AZ hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 64% of Physicians in AZ have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Interservice Physician Assistant Program (U of Nebraska Medical Center)
Master's of Physician Assistant Studies
2009
University of Nebraska Medical Center
MPAS
2009
Skills
Acls Military Operations Pals Bls Emergency Medicine Military Combat Military Experience Army Family Medicine Leadership Medicine Strategic Planning Emr Healthcare Management
About U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Industry
Government
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
va.gov
Office Location
1515 E Cedar Ave, Flagstaff, AZ
Professional Overview

Dr. Joshua Makela is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, based in Flagstaff, AZ. As a physician, Dr. Makela contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Flagstaff, AZ. They have been with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs for 4 years. Dr. Makela holds academic credentials, including Master's of Physician Assistant Studies and MPAS, from Interservice Physician Assistant Program (U of Nebraska Medical Center) and University of Nebraska Medical Center. Core competencies include Acls, Military Operations, Pals, Bls, Emergency Medicine. U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs operates in the Government sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician 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 specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Flagstaff, AZ 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.

Recruiting Physician

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joshua Makela located?
Dr. Joshua Makela is based in Flagstaff, AZ. They are currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs.
What is Dr. Joshua Makela's specialty?
Dr. Joshua Makela specializes in Physician. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Joshua Makela currently work?
Dr. Joshua Makela currently works at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs. They have been there for 4 years.
What is Dr. Joshua Makela's educational background?
Dr. Joshua Makela attended Interservice Physician Assistant Program (U of Nebraska Medical Center) and University of Nebraska Medical Center.
How do I contact Dr. Joshua Makela for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician?
Recruiting physicians typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physicians across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician in AZ?
Physicians in AZ typically earn $106,000 to $158,000 annually, with a median of $125,000. 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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