OUR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Damaris Huang, PA-C, is a dedicated healthcare provider from Napa, California, with a strong commitment to improving patient well being. She earned her undergraduate degree in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley, and went on to complete her Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Utah.
During her training, Damaris had the opportunity to serve diverse communities, including the Navajo Nation in Monument Valley, Colorado City, and Guatemala, her family’s homeland. These formative experiences deepened her commitment to patient centered care and strengthened her passion for serving underserved populations.
Damaris’ interest in obesity medicine began well before her formal medical training. She partnered with members of her local community to develop Spanish language workshops promoting healthy nutritional habits, an initiative she continues to lead today. Her passion for sleep medicine developed during her clinical rotations, where she observed the high prevalence of sleep related disorders and witnessed the transformative impact that effective treatment can have on patients’ quality of life. These experiences solidified her dedication to this specialized field.
Outside of her professional work, Damaris enjoys exploring new matcha spots, attending sporting events, and going on adventures with her husband and baby daughter, Ellie. She is excited to be part of the Sleep Fit Medical team and is proud to collaborate with such a talented and compassionate group.
Damaris Huang, PA-C's focus and skills include:
Focus
Damaris is passionate about helping patients improve their health by addressing both sleep and weight as interconnected drivers of well-being. She strives to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where patients feel safe discussing challenges and confident building sustainable habits. Her approach combines evidence-based medicine with practical strategies that fit into real life.
Skills
- Individualized treatment plans that align with each patient’s goals and lifestyle
- Medical weight management, including appropriate use of weight-loss medications
- Sleep evaluation and management, with attention to how sleep impacts metabolism and mood
- Practical coaching on nutrition, activity, and behavior change
- Ongoing follow-up to provide structure, accountability, and encouragement
- Coordination of care within a multidisciplinary team
- Long-term monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans
Curriculum Vitae for Damaris Huang, PA-C
PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
MASTER OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Salt Lake City, UT
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: PUBLIC HEALTH
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
Salt Lake City, CA
MEMBERSHIPS & PROFESSIONAL DUTIES:
SKILLS & COMMUNICATION
NATIVE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: ENGLISH AND SPANISH