Malary Maude Cotnoir, PA

Malary Cotnoir, PA-C, is a skilled physician assistant specializing in cardiothoracic surgery in Billings, Montana. With a passion for cardiovascular and thoracic care, she provides expert surgical assistance in the operating room while offering compassionate, patient-centered care. Malary’s clinical interests include critical limb ischemia, carotid artery disease, trauma, and wound care. She particularly enjoys procedures that combine open surgical and endovascular techniques. Malary collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex heart and lung surgeries, from pre-operative assessments to post-operative recovery.
Having earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Malary is board-certified. She aims to lead her patients in their healthcare journey with respect and kindness. She listens and prioritizes the patient's goals of care non-judgmentally while providing education and support. It is important to Malary that patients feel heard …and actively involved in decision-making.
“We often meet patients at challenging times in their lives. Potential patients of mine should expect respect and compassion, shared decision-making, and empathetic, transparent communication.”
Outside of her professional role, Malary spends her time outdoors in her home state of Montana. She enjoys hiking, running, fly fishing, and skiing in Montana’s beautiful landscape.