Maria Druchniak, PA-C Maria Druchniak, PA-C, is a physician assistant with AHN Cardiovascular Institute, specializing in general cardiology and cardiovascular disease. Her clinical interests include preventive cardiology, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, lipid disorder, stroke prevention, and heart abnormalities such as palpitations and murmurs. She applies expert clinical evaluation and care to treat acutely ill cardiac patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania, and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Maria is certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. She strives to center her practice around effective communication with patients, whether it’s reviewing test results or discussing goals, to provide patients with the utmost care to promote their overall cardiovascular health. Maria Druchniak sees patients ages 18 and older.