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Our Team
OWNER, Board certified PA
Shahad Jajo Jonna, PA-C
Shahad Jonna, PA-C is a nationally board certified and state licensed Physician Assistant specializing in Psychiatry. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at Wayne State University where she graduated with honors. She then received her Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit Mercy.
Shahad has been practicing medicine for 6 years as a PA in Psychiatry and Dermatology, and over 14 years as a medical assistant in various other medical specialties including Psychiatry, Dermatology, Orthopedics, and Pain Management. Shahad spent nearly a decade working alongside her late Father, a renowned Psychiatrist and had the honor of doing her psychiatry training with him. She currently works together with collaborating physician and neuropsychiatrist, Dr. Wendy Besler, M.D.
Shahad takes great pride in providing excellent psychiatric patient care. Her meticulous attention to detail, ability to establish rapport with patients and passion to make others feel their best takes patient care to another level and no stone goes unturned. Shahad likes to combine evidence based medicine with advances in science and a holistic twist to provide the best care for her patients. She believes that a detailed evaluation coupled with clear communication are the keys to providing top notch care. Rest assured, that Shahad’s warm, friendly, and accepting personality coupled with her expertise in psychiatry alongside Dr. Besler will satisfy all your mental health needs.
Board Certifications
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants – Physician Assistant
- Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Associates
- Diplomat of Michigan Association of Physician Assistants
- Member of the Association of PA’s in Psychiatry.
Education
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, 2015
University of Detroit Mercy
Master Degree, Physician Assistant Studies, 2018
Affiliations
Henry Ford Medical Group
Board Certified PA
Stacy Sharpe, PA-C
Stacy Sharpe MS, PA-C has been a board certified Physician Assistant since 2012. Since becoming a PA her experience has been concentrated in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry in the outpatient setting and long-term care facilities. Before becoming a Physician Assistant, she worked for several years as a Mental Health Technician for an inpatient psychiatric unit and emergency department at a local hospital, specializing in crisis intervention and acute and sub-acute stabilization. She also worked in neurological rehabilitation for several years, assisting those with traumatic brain injuries in regaining or maintaining their independence within the community.
She holds a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit-Mercy where she dedicated her time to student government. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Biology from Wayne State University, where she volunteered as a research assistant for the Department of Psychology.
Stacy understands the need for quality mental health care that is not only comprehensive but addresses both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, nutrition, and lifestyle changes while providing a respectful and safe space for each of her patients.
Board Certifications
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants – Physician Assistant
- Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Associates
- Diplomat of Michigan Association of Physician Assistants
- Member of the Association of PA’s in Psychiatry.
Education
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, 2003
University of Detroit Mercy
Physician Assistant
Affiliations
Board Certified PA
Christen Konja, PA-C
Christen is a board certified and licensed Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan with full prescribing privileges. She received a bachelor’s degree from Wayne State University, where she studied biology and nutrition. She then pursued a master’s in Physician Assistant studies at the University of Dayton. During her training, she gained experience in mental health through her internal medicine, inpatient psychiatry, and pediatric rotations. Christen aims to provide optimal and compassionate care for patients from all walks of life. She is dedicated to the field and wants to reduce the stigma on mental illness. She is skilled in treating those who struggle with Depression, PTSD, Anxiety/Panic Disorder, OCD, ADHD, etc.
Board Certifications
- Medication Assisted-Treatment (MAT)
Education
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science, Biology & Nutrition
Physician Assistant, 2015 - 2019
University of Dayton
Master, Master of Physician Assistant Practice (MPAP), 2019 - 2021
Affiliations
Psychiatrist
Dr. Yousif Jajo
Dr. Jajo has lived in the metro Detroit area for the past 20 years, having immigrated here from Iraq. Graduated with distinction from the University of Michigan-Dearborn with a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry. He attended Wayne State University School of Medicine in hopes of following his father’s footsteps, who was a practicing psychiatrist. He acquired a passion for psychiatry due to his positive influence and wished to continue training in the field with some areas of interest, which includes C/L psychiatry, emergency psychiatry, and outpatient psychiatry. In his free time, Dr. Jajo enjoys spending time with family & friends, going to the movies, and exercising.
Education
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Wayne State University School of Medicine
M.D - Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences
Affiliations
Collaborating Physician
Dr. Wendy Besler, MD
Dr. Wendy Besler is a neuropsychiatrist and the current attending physician at Jajo Psychiatry. She spent 10 years as a Physician Assistant in neurology before attending medical school and completing a residency in psychiatry. Dr. Besler integrates neurology and psychiatry to evaluate and effectively treat patients that may have overlapping symptoms of each of these disciplines. Dr Besler’s focus is to provide patients with the best care which includes integrative and traditional medicine.
