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About The APC Consultant

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About Me.

Christopher Cannell DMSc, MPLC, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA
Doctorate-trained PA

β€œAt the intersection of medicine, law, and education, I bring over two decades of clinical expertise and consulting experience to deliver clear, objective, and impactful solutions. As a trusted medical-legal and educational consultant, I help clients navigate complex cases, mitigate risk, and transform challenges into opportunities with precision, professionalism, and unmatched attention to detail.”

Clinical Expertise

  • Over 22 years of multidisciplinary clinical practice in Emergency Medicine (CAQ-EM), Orthopedics, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine
  • Nationally recognized for expertise in healthcare quality, patient safety, advocacy, and risk mitigation
  • Frequent conference speaker on provider risk strategies, quality, safety, and value-based care initiatives

Education

  • Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) – University of Lynchburg

  • Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) – MCPHS–Boston

  • BA in Pre-Medical Studies & Psychology – Muhlenberg College

  • Advanced training in Just Culture, High Reliability, and Patient Safety – Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Β 

  • Leadership training – AAPA Center for Healthcare Leadership and Management

Innovation

  • Subject Matter Expert & Clinical Analyst – contributed to Elsevier’s generative-AI-powered evidence-based clinical decision support tool

Educator

  • Adjunct Faculty Member – multiple DMSc programs (Healthcare Law and Advocacy)

  • Clinical Preceptor – Physician Assistant programs, mentoring the next generation of providers

Medical-Legal Expertise

  • Certified Medical Professional Legal Consultant & Expert Witness – Auburn University & The Center for Legal Studies

  • Extensive experience collaborating with clinicians, legal teams, and malpractice insurance carriers in complex medical-legal matters

Leadership Roles

  • President – PAs in Legal Medicine

  • Board of Directors – Academy of Doctoral PAs

  • ER Lead APC & APC Director – frontline and system leadership roles

  • Healthcare System Senior Leader – operational and strategic leadership across care delivery

Healthcare Strategy & Consulting

  • Trusted advisor to AI technology companies, life sciences organizations, and healthcare systems

  • Expertise in risk mitigation, healthcare operations, and strategic innovation

Interviews & Live Lectures

AAPA Distinguished Fellow

Member of AAPA's Elite Group of Distinguished Fellows. A program that recognizes dedication and professional achievements for the PAs out there. I'm honored to be a member of the AAPA's Distinguished Fellows.

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Prior Speaking Engagements

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  • ADPA 2025 Virtual Conference - How to Leverage your Doctorate as a Consultant
  • MAPA 2024 Fall Conference – 10/2024
  • South Shore Health System – 12/2024
  • AAPA Risk Management Modules 2025 – 12/2024
  • The White Coats of the Round Table – Non-Clinical Virtual Summer – 1/2025
  • AAPA 2025 Hot Topics – 1/2025
  • APALM – The View from Under the Bus – 4/2025, A Case to Remember 9/2025

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