Adjunct Faculty
Doctor of Medical Science

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Biography:

Dr. Cockram serves as adjunct faculty for the DMSc program, sharing over 20 years of experience in clinical practice and leadership with the program. He has practiced clinically in cardiac surgery and critical care. In leadership, he has served as the Chief APP for Critical Care and a director in the medicine service line. He serves as the assistant vice president for advanced practice providers at Inova Health System.

Education

• BS, Biology with a minor in Chemistry – Virginia Tech
• BS, Healthcare, Physician Assistant – Jefferson College of Health Sciences
• MPAS, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery – University of Nebraska
• Doctor of Medical Science – University of Lynchburg

Courses Taught

• PA 920: Healthcare Administration

Research Interests

• Critical Care
• ECMO

Areas of Expertise

• Leadership
• Critical Care
• Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery