Meet Our Physician Assistants

The Vital Role of Physician Assistants in Your Care

 

At Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, our Physician Assistants (PAs) are vital in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care alongside our board-certified physiatrists. Specializing in non-surgical spine, sports, and musculoskeletal medicine, our PAs diagnose and manage musculoskeletal conditions, guide patients through treatment plans, and support long-term recovery.


Working closely with physiatrists, PAs also
conduct physical exams, order and interpret imaging, perform injections, and provide patient education. Their deep understanding of the spine and musculoskeletal system and active involvement in your care means more access to timely, expert treatment.

Naomi Alcock, MS, PA-C

Naomi Alcock is a Physician Assistant with more than 13 years of Pain Management experience. She finished her undergraduate degree at Wagner College in New York, New York, earning a Bachelor of...

Susana Leyva, MCMSc, PA-C

Susana joined DSSP in early 2018 and has been a Physician Assistant since 2012. She grew up in Tucson and graduated with her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona. After a few years working...

Josh Reedy, MA, PA-C

Josh Reedy has been a Physician Assistant since 2005. He completed a dual degree program at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physician...

Joy Andrews, PA-C

Joy Andrews has worked in various roles in the medical field for over 20 years. She has experience in front and back office, as well as medical billing and coding, and was a Certified Professional...

Kyra Farkas, PA-C

Kyra Farkas is a Physician Assistant with several years of experience in Pain Medicine and Rehabilitation. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University and obtained her NCCPA...

Brandy Perko, MS, PA-C

Brandy Perko is a Physician Assistant (PA) with more than 15 years combined experience in Pain Management, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedics and 20+ total...

Why Choose Desert Spine and Sports Physicians for Your Treatment?

 

At Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, our dedication to providing exceptional, non-surgical care for spine, sports, and musculoskeletal conditions is clear. Our holistic approach means we don’t just treat symptoms—we focus on uncovering the root cause of your pain and restoring lasting function.

 

Our team of Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained, and Top Docs-awarded Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) specialists and highly skilled Physician Assistants are leaders in spine and musculoskeletal medicine. Using cutting-edge diagnostic tools and advanced, image-guided treatments, we develop tailored treatment plans that relieve pain, restore movement, and accelerate your body’s natural healing process.

 

When you choose Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, you choose a team that prioritizes function, recovery, and quality of life—without unnecessary surgery or prolonged downtime.

Coming Soon!

Our newest provider, Dr. Paul Overdorf, will begin seeing patients
at our Scottsdale and Gilbert clinics on May 5, 2025.