Adam Kovalski is a highly experienced Physician Assistant with a career spanning over two decades in primary care, urgent care, and orthopedic medicine. He currently serves as a Physician Assistant at Northeastern Pulmonary Associates (NEPA), leveraging his extensive experience to treat a wide range of pulmonary conditions in alignment with NEPA’s mission to provide the highest standard of care. 

Adam’s medical journey began at age 17 when he joined the United States Army, later serving as a combat medic where he specialized in the triage and treatment of injured soldiers. His extensive background also includes significant experience in sports medicine and athletic training, having supported NCAA Division 1 athletes at Yale University and the United States Military Academy at West Point. Adam believes in empowering his patients to take an active role in their healthcare to achieve full and healthy lives.

• Master of Medical Science (MMSc): Yale University
• Master of Science (MSc): University of Florida
• Bachelor of Science (BSc): University of Connecticut
• US Army Combat Medic Track: Fort Sam Houston, TX
• Physician Assistant – Certified (PA-C): National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• State Licensure: Licensed Physician Assistant in the State of Connecticut
• DEA Registration: Registered and licensed
• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC): National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) – Retired Status
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS): National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) – Retired Status

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
• National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)

• Military Service: Honorable Discharge from the United States Army Reserve (1998) following “honest and faithful service” as a combat medic.
• NPI Registry: Active and verified provider in the National Provider Identifier (NPI) registry.

• Graduate Teaching Assistant: At the University of Florida, Adam supervised laboratory sessions for “The Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries,” which included demonstrating physical exams and designing rehabilitation options.
• USMA Sports Medicine Journal Club: Served as a coordinator for this academic group during his tenure at West Point.
• Surveillance Direction: Directed outpatient COVID-19 care and surveillance for local Trinity Health employees during the onset of the pandemic.