Hannah Fuller, PA-C, and Christopher John, PA-C, MPAS, MBA, orthopedics & sports medicine, are seeing new patients at Olean General Hospital.

OLEAN — Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, welcomes Hannah Fuller, PA-C, and Christopher John, PA-C, MPAS, MBA, to the orthopedic surgery and sports medicine team. Both providers are joining the practice located on the first floor of OGH.

Fuller brings a passion for helping patients return to the activities they love. Her clinical interests include evaluating and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions such as rotator cuff injuries, labral tears, biceps/tendon injuries, ACL/PCL and meniscus tears, ankle sprains, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome and more.

A native of the region, Fuller is excited to serve the community she’s always called home.

“From early on in my education journey, I knew I wanted to come back and contribute to the medical needs of this area,” Fuller said. “Being able to combine my clinical skills with my personal connection to the community is incredibly meaningful. I love the patient interactions, the connections and the chance to educate patients. It happens almost daily here, and that’s why I’m proud to be practicing in Olean.”

Fuller completed her bachelor’s degree in sports medicine and pre-med at Mercyhurst University, Erie, Pa., and received a master’s degree in physician assistant studies from St. Bonaventure University. She is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates.

John, a native of the Southern Tier, is excited to be working in our community, sharing, “I grew up in the Southern Tier — it just feels like home.”

He specializes in the evaluation of acute musculoskeletal injuries, chronic conditions affecting the bones and joints, and the care of patients living with arthritis, including osteoarthritis.

“My goal is to help patients return to their normal lives and enjoy the activities they love. I focus on providing patient-centered care that looks at the whole person, not just the injury,” John explained.

John earned his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Mount Union College in Alliance, Ohio; his master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Gannon University in Erie, Pa., and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix. He brings nearly 20 years of experience caring for patients in emergency and trauma settings.

Patients can make an appointment by calling (716) 701-1510. Appointments with the orthopedic surgery and sports medicine team are available now at Olean General Hospital, 515 Main St., first floor, Olean. Visit www.brmc-ogh.org to learn more.