The APC Consultant

01/25/2026

Happy 15th Birthday to our youngest! All soccer all the time with this kid while pulling off high honors every term in school. 2025-2026 was a year of incredible accomplishments, ups and downs, and unbelievable growth. From having open heart surgery to having the time of our lives in Italy while proudly playing for Massachusetts ODP, to last year of Pembroke Soccer & Lacrosse, to Scorpions FC Club soccer, Camp Berky, to Bishop Feehan HS soccer and starting there as a freshman-Avery has tackled it all with grace, enthusiasm, and pride. Keep growing Avery. Mom and dad are so proud of you and we know there is such greatness ahead of you.

01/21/2026

01/20/2026

PA Students: Stop studying harder and start testing smarter. 🧠✨

We’ve all been there—spending countless hours buried in Rosh or UWorld, only to feel that pit in your stomach when the actual exam starts. It’s not about what you know; it’s about how you apply it under pressure.

I’m excited to share a resource from my friend and colleague, Erich Fogg, PA-C. He just launched PA Exam Mastery: Beyond The Cut Score, a program specifically designed to bridge the gap between "studying" and "acing."

What’s inside?

The 7 key test-taking skills you need to crush the PANCE and EORs.

Bonus Live Group Coaching: Join Erich for live strategy sessions.

Giveaway Alert: Use my link/code this month to be entered to win a FREE 1-hour private coaching session with Erich ($155 value)!

Ready to move beyond the cut score?

🔗 Start here (Discount Auto-Applied): https://checkout.pathwaytopass.com/beyond-the-cut-score-course/?coupon=CHRISCANNELL 🎁 Or use code CHRISCANNELL for $15 off at checkout!
Learn more: https://checkout.pathwaytopass.com/beyond-the-cut-score-course/

01/19/2026

01/17/2026

Numbers are startling. Save our heroes.

01/15/2026

I’ve signed up for the New Year 26 Pull-Ups a Day Challenge for Stop Soldier Su***de because this cause is close to my heart. I want to take action and make an impact. And I would love your help. Whether you donate $5 or $500, every bit counts. I’ve set an ambitious goal because I know that with support from people like you, I can get there.

I’ve included information about Stop Soldier Su***de below.

Stop Soldier Su***de is on a mission to drive veteran su***de rates down to civilian parity by 2030. We will accomplish this mission through strategic partnerships, industry-leading su***de assessment tools, and a disruptive high-touch, high-frequency case management model that is the first of its kind in the veteran services field. We are the only organization in the nation with the formula and momentum to reduce veteran su***de at a systems level.

https://stopsoldiersu***de.org/

01/15/2026

I’ve signed up for the New Year 26 Pull-Ups a Day Challenge for Stop Soldier Su***de because this cause is close to my heart. I want to take action and make an impact. And I would love your help. Whether you donate $5 or $500, every bit counts. I’ve set an ambitious goal because I know that with support from people like you, I can get there.

I’ve included information about Stop Soldier Su***de below.

Stop Soldier Su***de is on a mission to drive veteran su***de rates down to civilian parity by 2030. We will accomplish this mission through strategic partnerships, industry-leading su***de assessment tools, and a disruptive high-touch, high-frequency case management model that is the first of its kind in the veteran services field. We are the only organization in the nation with the formula and momentum to reduce veteran su***de at a systems level.

If you’re a veteran or service member in crisis, please call us 24/7 and 984-207-3428, visit https://stopsoldiersu***de.org/get-help, or call 911.

01/09/2026

Katarina (Kat) Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C thank you so much for the opportunity to discuss this very important topic for clinicians as well as opportunities in the non-clinical space to really make an impact. This work is fun, flexible, and can be financially worthwhile. The APC Consultant we are an excellent resource for clinicians who are looking to learn more about this work along with other healthcare entrepreneurial areas and how they can integrate it into their portfolio of income. Wellness matters!

Malpractice insurance is something most PAs and clinicians assume they understand… until they realize how much is not explained in training or at work.

In my latest podcast episode, I sat down with Dr. Christopher Cannell founder of The APC Consultant, for a practical Malpractice Insurance 101 conversation focused on liability, risk management, and real-world medical-legal lessons clinicians need to know.

We discuss:
• What malpractice insurance actually covers
• Claims-made vs. occurrence policies, tail and nose coverage
• Common malpractice allegations and how clinicians can reduce risk
• How legal uncertainty contributes to burnout and defensive medicine

Bonus: Chris also shares how PAs and other clinicians can leverage their clinical expertise to build medical-legal consulting and expert witness work as a flexible, high-earning side business.

Legal literacy isn’t just about protecting your license- it’s about protecting your career, finances, and long-term well-being.

🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or online here: https://lnkd.in/gJxHVru4

🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gvyC_KBJ

01/07/2026

Myself, Dr. Christopher Cannell, Eileen Ravella PAC DFAAPA and Troy Bender DMSc, MSPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA had an absolute thrill to discussing - Medical Legal Liability and Risk Management Strategies for this episode of The PA Playbook. We discuss the current liability risk with PA practice and how to properly handle any potential risks. We break down the complexities of the current legal landscape for PAs.

At The APC Consultant, my mission is to empower PAs, NPs, CRNAs, CNMs, MDs, DOs with the tools they need to navigate their careers safely and successfully—and this episode is a perfect masterclass in exactly that.

Key Takeaways:

Common sources of risk: Examples of clinical situations that commonly lead to malpractice claims or legal exposure (e.g., diagnostic errors, documentation problems, consent issues).

Risk management strategies: Practical advice on how PAs can reduce legal risk through best practices — such as improving documentation, clear communication with patients, following clinical guidelines, and staying current with training.

Insurance and professional protection: Exploration of malpractice insurance basics and how to ensure appropriate coverage as a PA.

Please check out the Podcast and others. The PA Playbook focuses on strategies for PA practice, advocacy, leadership, and career development, and episodes typically combine expert insights with actionable advice for clinicians.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eQ-uE7Zz
🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ewPtq9Jf

01/01/2026