Ashlyn Yannitello

About Ashlyn Yannitello

Board-certified Physician Assistant with over a decade of clinical experience in hospital medicine, primary care, urgent care, and telemedicine. Licensed in multiple states including Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, North Carolina, and California. Certified in Functional Medicine through the School of Applied Functional Medicine (SAFM), integrating systems biology and root-cause approaches with evidence-based conventional medicine.Experienced in managing complex acute and chronic medical conditions while emphasizing preventive medicine, metabolic health, and lifestyle-based interventions. Recognized for strong clinical decision-making, collaborative care with multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to translate complex medical information into clear, patient-centered treatment plans.CLINICAL APPROACH:Patient-centered clinician who integrates evidence-based conventional medicine with functional and lifestyle medicine principles. Focused on identifying root contributors to chronic disease while emphasizing preventive care, metabolic health, and sustainable lifestyle interventions. Passionate about patient education and empowering individuals to actively participate in improving their long-term health outcomes.CLINICAL EXPERTISE:Board-certified Physician Assistant with over a decade of experience in hospital medicine, primary care, urgent care, and telemedicine.Primary Care & Preventive MedicineHospital Medicine / Inpatient CareTelemedicine Care DeliveryBehavioral Health Management (ADHD, Anxiety, Depression)Functional & Integrative MedicineWomen\'s Health, Postpartum Health & Hormonal HealthThyroid Disorders & Metabolic HealthChronic Disease ManagementAdvanced Laboratory InterpretationPatient Education & Lifestyle Medicine

Experience

1. Physician Assistant

   Circle Medical

   Apr 2022 — Present

   Provide comprehensive telemedicine-based primary care to adult patients across multiple states, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic medical conditions.Apply functional and systems-based approaches to evaluate potential root contributors to chronic conditions and support personalized lifestyle and nutrition strategies.Evaluate and manage behavioral health conditions including ADHD, anxiety, and depression through comprehensive assessment, medication management, and ongoing follow-up care.Develop individualized treatment plans integrating evidence-based medicine with lifestyle, nutrition, and functional medicine principles to support preventive and long-term health outcomes.Interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing to guide treatment decisions and monitor chronic disease management.Provide patient education on lifestyle interventions including nutrition, gut health, sleep optimization, stress management, and exercise to promote sustainable health outcomes.Coordinate care with specialists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals.Utilize telemedicine platforms and electronic health records to deliver efficient, high-quality virtual care while maintaining strong patient-provider relationships.

Education

• Christopher Newport University

  Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, Cum Laude

  2006 — 2009

• School of Applied Functional Medicine

  SAFM Certified

• Eastern Virginia Medical School

  MPA-PAC, Physician Assistant-Certified

  2011 — 2013