
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 12-21
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Sean McHugh
About The Provider
Physician associate Sean McHugh, PA-C, wants his patients and their families to be active participants in their healthcare. He seeks to be a patient advocate and resource. He provides safe, evidence-based, collaborative care, including for chronic disease management, acute care, and preventive medicine.
Sean likes working with all ages and backgrounds. He enjoys helping patients create care plans that consider their unique expectations and experiences, as well as cost.
After graduating from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Sean worked as a nursing assistant and clinical research coordinator. He then went to Idaho State University, where he completed his Master of Physician Associate Studies. While there, he managed and treated acute and chronic diseases, developed holistic treatment plans for low-income patients without health insurance, and completed rotations like emergency medicine, family medicine and pediatrics.
Sean fell in love with the Gorge during trips to visit family with his wife, who also works at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge. After finishing school, the couple decided to make the Gorge their home. In his spare time, Sean enjoys playing music, watching Gonzaga basketball and Seahawks football, and spending time with his wife and their two dogs. He also likes to camp, hike, and ski.
Provider Type
Physician Assistant (PA)
Expertise
Education
- Allied Health Education: Idaho State University
Board Certifications
- Physician Assistant: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 1996
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
203 ratings, 37 reviewsOur providers are at the heart of delivering whole-person care. We encourage patients to share their experiences through a patient satisfaction survey they receive following visits. Provider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to provider-focused questions in this survey. Please see the provider’s star rating and patient reviews below. Thank you for giving Adventist Health the opportunity to support your best health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Provider went above and beyond to answer all questions and make me feel heard.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Sean is an absolute Rock Star!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Dr. McHugh is a great listener and explains things in a way I can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Sean is the BEST He listens and actually cares
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Was extremely easy to talk to and made me feel comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Sean is an exceptional provider. He listened to my concerns and needs with validation then provided authentic trauma informed care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
My doctor is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Very pleased with Sean, PA, seeing my son.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Sean always listens, offers good recommendations and I never feel rushed. A good balance of listening to patient and helping them find best care/know their treatment options!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Excellent care, he was very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Sean McHugh is one of the best providers!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Thankful for the care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
I told my other half to go to him because he has always been so great with me so now my partner sees him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Sean is a one in a million man who genuinely cares for his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
I like my provider. In fact I have recommended him to a few different people. He works with you trying to get the best care you need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Best care ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Sean is very kind and understanding. Very respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Sean helped explain the issues and made me feel like this was a normal thing. Really appreciated the time he took to help me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Sean has been a great provider and I feel he does an excellent job of consulting with me any time I have concerns or issues with my health and the options available.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Already have recommended this provider or office to several people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr listened and explained everything to me about my health concerns. He is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Listened fully to my description of issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
He always takes the time to listen to my needs and work with me to come up with solutions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
PA is one of the best I've encountered and I has been through many due to surgery, injuries, and medical needs!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Sean McHugh is a wonderful PA and I feel lucky to have him in our community.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Sean Mchugh is a great PA. SOLID MAN AND HEALTH PROVIDER
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Sean explained my issue and the treatment for it very clearly. He is very friendly, caring and smart. Highly recommended
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Once he made it to the room his care was great and our daughter was very comfortable with him. Apt was at 11 and we were not seen until almost 1130.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
The doctor was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
If I didn't already have a pcp in the office, I'd switch to him. As is, I appreciate that the providers back each other up and see each others patients. Whole team knows their stuff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Sean was wonderful. He listened, then showed me via computer monitor the anatomy of a shoulder of what could be happening. We discussed treatment options and at least three paths forward. We agreed on one and off I went for an X-ray.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Took time to listen to my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Always willing to answer my questions or concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Super knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Medical assistance made my son feel safe and comfortable. Doctor was amazing my son had a great experience! And we left the office happy! Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Great PA!