Jessica was born and raised on a cow and tomato farm in Imperial, NE. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology from Chadron State College in 2019. She then attended the UNMC PA program in Kearney, NE, to complete her Master of Physician Assistant Studies in 2021. Upon graduation, she began her career as a family practice PA in Alliance, NE, where she cared for patients in the nursing home, ER, clinic and was the sole provider at an outreach clinic in a nearby town. Her four years in Alliance built the foundation for who she is as a provider and greatly strengthened her skill set. She believes it was a true joy and honor to serve in rural medicine. Jessica is now excited to join the team at East Lincoln Family Health and continue to grow her skills, serving a new population while being closer to family. She is passionate about providing care that focuses on dignifying patients and treating the whole patient. Jessica particularly enjoy family practice - as caring for the entire family really allows you to understand the social determinants of health of each patient better. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys growing as a professional by serving as committee co chair for our state PA organization’s (NAPA) continuing education committee. She enjoys running and cooking with her husband, crafting, and quality time with their son. "I look forward to becoming a part of the Lincoln community and serving your families"
Jessica Kotopka, PA-C
