On Tuesday, December 24 OrthoVirginia locations will close at 1 p.m. in observance of the holiday. Some Ortho On Call locations will be open for walk-in urgent orthopedic care 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on December 24. All OrthoVirginia and Ortho On Call locations are closed on Wednesday, December 25.

Sherma S. Francis, MS, PA-C

OrthoVirginia Offices

Supervising Physicians

Sherma is a native of Trinidad and Tobago. However, she made Richmond her home years ago. After selling her fitness business, she joined OrthoVirginia. Continuing her passion, she now assists in surgeries and helps her patients return to their active lifestyles. In her free time, you can find her in the gym at 5:30 a.m. or on a morning run. She also enjoys playing squash, reading, and spending time with her friends.

Education & Training

  • University of the Sciences Philadelphia, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, 2018
  • Virginia Commonwealth University, Bachelor’s Degree, 2013

Organizations & Awards

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants

  • University of the Sciences Philadelphia, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, 2018
  • Virginia Commonwealth University, Bachelor’s Degree, 2013

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants