Michelle Lexmond, PA

Michelle Lexmond is a certified physician assistant who has specialized in pre- and post-bariatric surgery care, as well as non-surgical medical weight loss, with UP Health System - Marquette since 2007. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physiology from San Francisco State University before furthering her education at Northeastern University in Boxton, MA, where she received her Master of Health Professions in the Physician Assistant Program. Following her formal education, Michelle gained experience in the areas of primary care, surgery (general, orthopedic and plastic), internal medicine, gynecology, and urgent/emergent care before settling into her current role. "I'm committed to treating my patients and coworkers with respect and integrity. It is incredibly inspiring to witness the transformation of our patients who regain their health and wellness after weight loss." Outside of work, Michelle enjoys being with her family, gardening, hiking, exercise and Lake Superior. She also regularly volunteers at the local homeless shelter, providing medical assessments and health education to individuals in need. Specializations - Pre-bariatric surgery evaluation - Bariatric surgery preparation - Surgical history and physical - Post-bariatric surgery care - Bariatric surgery call - Obesity - Malabsorption - Malnutrition - Immediate, delayed and long-term urgent/emergent bariatric complications