Leanne Nadeau
Assistant Professor
JWU Faculty Since 2025
Leanne Nadeau, MHP, PA-C, CRC, CPB, CDEO, is a healthcare professional with 33 years of experience as a Physician Assistant.
Nadeau earned her BA in Psychobiology from Mount Holyoke College and her master’s degree from Northeastern University.
Nadeau’s career spans cardiothoracic surgery, emergency medicine, geriatrics, and long-term care. She has held leadership roles, including VP of clinical strategy, where she led teams and improved care standards.
Outside work, she enjoys yoga, knitting, needlepoint, cooking, and spending time near the ocean with her six children. A Massachusetts native, she now lives in a Rhode Island coastal village with her mother, a sphynx cat, and a poodle.
Nadeau’s journey reflects dedication to patient care, leadership, and a life enriched by family and personal growth. Her hope is to impact future clinicians as she continues to mentor, guide, and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, instilling in them the values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Education
- M.H.P., Northeastern University
- Physician Assistant Certificate, Northeastern University
- B.A., Mount Holyoke College
Teaching Interests
Cardiology
Patient Care