Meet Scott Arno, PA-C, MPAS
Feel confident, clear, and supported at every step. I work with you to find the right diagnosis, then match treatment to what you actually need, with or without medication. Through deep listening, compassion, and evidence-based medicine, I help you find the path forward.
Why I do this
Psychiatric care works best when it’s human. Over 12+ years as a PA, I’ve seen how much changes when a patient feels truly listened to: the diagnosis gets clearer, the treatment gets better, and the conversation gets more honest. My goal is simple: take the time to understand your whole story, rule out what else might be going on, and build a plan with you. Boldly human care, from someone who listens.
12+
Years of PA Experience
30,000+
Appointments Conducted
My Approach
1
Listen First
Your story comes before any prescription.
2
Treat the Whole Person
Sleep, stress, relationships, and daily life all matter.
3
Rule Out Medical Causes
Thyroid, sleep, and other conditions can look like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. I order labs when needed.
4
Talk openly about substances
Alcohol, caffeine, and other substances, without judgment.
5
Work toward a clear diagnosis.
Treating the right thing matters.
6
Build the plan together.
Lifestyle strategies, skills, therapy coordination, and medication when it helps. You make the final call.
Background
Education: Physician Assistant degree, Clarkson University (2014)
Certification: Board certified by the NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)
Licensure: Licensed in Iowa
Experience: 12+ years as a physician assistant specializing in psychiatry
What to expect at your first visit
Your first visit is a 60-minute secure video call. We’ll talk through your history, your symptoms, and your goals, and you’ll leave with a clear picture and a plan. No rushing, no checklist.
Who I work with
Adults 18+ located in Iowa who want careful psychiatric care and a provider who listens. I’m in-network with commercial Wellmark BCBS plans and offer self-pay for everyone else.