Drew Gernand, PA-C

Psychiatric Physician Assistant

Name:

Drew Gernand, PA-C

Age Groups Seen:

Adult 18-64, Older Adult 65+

Practice Locations:

Telehealth, Edina

Accepting New Patients:

Yes

About Drew Gernand, PA-C

Drew is an experienced medical provider that is honored to walk alongside his patients as they seek mental health care and support. Drew’s focus is on adults seeking psychiatric medication management. He is passionate about the field of mental health, and aims to create a safe, comfortable space to provide patient centered care. Drew strives to know each patient’s background and personal history in order to provide personalized care rooted in evidenced-based medicine. He will also look beyond medication when discussing care options, which may include non-pharmacological supports such as therapy, diet, exercise, sleep, and more. Drew is excited to continue caring for his current patients at Vantage Mental Health and is open to new patients.
 
Drew is a board-certified Physician Assistant that specializes in psychiatry. He completed his undergraduate and PA training at Bethel University in Arden Hills, Minnesota. After school, he went on to complete an additional year-long psychiatric training fellowship at Regions Hospital that gave him a deep perspective into inpatient and outpatient mental health care. His fellowship also provided a wealth of experience in addiction medicine, internal medicine, emergency mental health, and much more. Drew has been working full time as a psychiatric PA since 2018. He predominately works with Vantage but still practices once a month on an inpatient mental health unit to maintain a balanced approach to his practice. 
 
Areas of interest: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, dementia, PTSD, addiction medicine, autism, adhd.   

Services Provided

Psychiatric Medication Management

Clinical Interests

Anxiety and WorryDepression and Low MoodTrauma and PTSDADHDGreif and LossLife Transitions and StressSelf-Esteem and IdentityWoman's Mental Health

Insurance

AetnaAmerica's PPOBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaHealthPartnersMedicaMedicaidMedicareOptumUcareUnited Behavioral HealthUnited Healthcare