
About The APC Consultant
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About Me.
“At 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.”
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Christopher Cannell DMSc, MPLC, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA
Doctorate-trained PA
Clinical Expertise
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Over 22 years of multidisciplinary clinical practice in Emergency Medicine (CAQ-EM), Orthopedics, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine
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Nationally recognized for expertise in healthcare quality, patient safety, advocacy, and risk mitigation
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Frequent conference speaker on provider risk strategies, quality, safety, and value-based care initiatives
Education
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Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) – University of Lynchburg
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Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) – MCPHS–Boston
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BA in Pre-Medical Studies & Psychology – Muhlenberg College
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Advanced training in Just Culture, High Reliability, and Patient Safety – Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)
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Leadership training – AAPA Center for Healthcare Leadership and Management
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Innovation
Educator
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Adjunct Faculty Member – multiple DMSc programs (Healthcare Law and Advocacy)
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Clinical Preceptor – Physician Assistant programs, mentoring the next generation of providers
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Subject Matter Expert & Clinical Analyst – contributed to Elsevier’s generative-AI-powered evidence-based clinical decision support tool
Medical-Legal Expertise
Leadership Roles
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Certified Medical Professional Legal Consultant & Expert Witness – Auburn University & The Center for Legal Studies
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Extensive experience collaborating with clinicians, legal teams, and malpractice insurance carriers in complex medical-legal matters
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President – PAs in Legal Medicine
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Board of Directors – Academy of Doctoral PAs
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ER Lead APC & APC Director – frontline and system leadership roles
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Healthcare System Senior Leader – operational and strategic leadership across care delivery
Healthcare Strategy & Consulting
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Trusted advisor to AI technology companies, life sciences organizations, and healthcare systems
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Expertise in risk mitigation, healthcare operations, and strategic innovation
Interviews & Live Lectures
Prior Speaking Engagements
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ADPA 2025 Virtual Conference - How to Leverage your Doctorate as a Consultant
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MAPA 2024 Fall Conference – 10/2024
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South Shore Health System – 12/2024
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AAPA Risk Management Modules 2025 – 12/2024
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The White Coats of the Round Table – Non-Clinical Virtual Summer – 1/2025
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AAPA 2025 Hot Topics – 1/2025
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APALM – The View from Under the Bus – 4/2025, A Case to Remember 9/2025
