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Ashley Drapeau

Ashley Drapeau

PA-C, L.Ac., MPAS, MAC

Medical Director, Long-Covid Program DirectorFunctional Medicine | Integrative Medicine | Chinese Medicine
Functional MedicineAcupuncture and Chinese medicineNaturopathic Medicine

Overview

About Ashley

Ashley Drapeau is the Medical Director and Director of the Long COVID program at GWCIM, with over 14 years of experience as a Physician Assistant (PA-C). After serving six years in the USAF, Ashley shifted their focus to integrative and functional medicine, specializing in complex conditions like Long COVID, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

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Personal Detail

As a survivor of Long COVID, Ashley’s life journey shapes her compassionate approach to patient care, advocating for long-term recovery. Beyond their clinical work, Ashley enjoys outdoor activities and meditation, finding balance through mindfulness and community support. She also volunteers for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).

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March 15th is International Long COVID Awareness Day
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March 1, 2026

March 15th is International Long COVID Awareness Day

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Education

  • Master’s degree and board certification in PA studies
  • Master’s degree and board certification in Acupuncture

Professional

  • Six years as a PA in the United States Air Force
  • Adjunct professor at George Washington University’s Integrative Medicine Department
  • PA for GWU Resiliency & Well-Being Center
  • Board member for Long COVID research at Dartmouth
  • Member of the working group with HHS to define Long COVID
  • Appointed on expert panel for Long COVID Education, Engagement, and Care Management; funded by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Publications

  • Unlock the Secrets to Preventing Long COVID

Awards & Recognition

  • Director of Long COVID program at GWCIM
  • Medical Director at GWCIM
  • NCCPA Ambassador
  • Featured as a subject matter expert in the media for Long COVID advocacy
  • A recipient of 2024 Health.com Award for Long COVID program and advocacy

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