Ellie Brungardt is a nationally certified physician assistant. She graduated from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, Louisiana with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Studies. Ellie is originally from the Kansas City, Missouri area but has resided in Dallas for the past ten years. During her didactic studies and rotations at LSU, Ellie discovered her love of psychiatry. She has a specific interest in helping children, adolescents, and young adults improve their mental health. She believes that taking care of your mental health is just as important as any other part of your body. In her free time, she enjoys playing with her two dogs, Waffles and Cash.