McKenzie Nelson Rush PA-C

Education

McKenzie Nelson Rush PA-C graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Biological Sciences and Our Lady of the Lake College in their Physician Assistant Program. From there she honed her skills at Willis Knighton Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery Clinic, River Cities Interventional Pain Specialist, Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic under Dr. Niels Linschoten and Radiology Associates, before coming to Sanchez Plastic Surgery. We welcome her as a member of our team.

Volunteer Experience

2018 – New Orleans Medical Mission to Guayaquil, Ecuador
Worked alongside pediatric orthopedic surgeons for one week to bring free medical treatment, consultation, equipment and supplies to an underserved community.

2007-2010 – Phi Mu’s Man of the Year
Served as chairperson for Phi Mu’s major philanthropic event “Man of the Year” which raises money for Children’s Miracle Network. (Raised approximately $10,000 per year)

2006-2010 – Habitat for Humanity
Helped to build homes for disadvantaged families

2007 – Carnival Krewe de Louisane Junior Social Chairperson
Assisted in raising funds for Our Lady of the Lake Foundation by recruiting new members as well as setting up for annual Mardi Gras Ball. (Raised approximately $200,000)

2005 – Mission Honduras
Spent two weeks working with orphaned children on a mission site in Honduras. Assisted in organizing donations and rebuilding mission site.