Dr. Christopher Williams brings his previous experience in electrical engineering to bear on clinical pathology, he is experienced in HLA, coagulation, and transfusion medicine. Dr. Williams has been privileged to work with the dedicated staff at the Family Medicine Clinic and Stephenson Cancer Center laboratories as their medical director. Dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the laboratory, he is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment that attracts and retains top-tier laboratory professionals.
Education:
- BS - Magna cum laude, Electrical Engineering, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK (1999-2003)
- MS - Master of Science, Electrical Engineering, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK (2003-2004)
- MD - University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK (2007-2011)
Board Certification(s):
- Clinical Informatics, American Board of Pathology
- Clinical Pathology, American Board of Pathology
Residency:
- Clinical Pathology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City (2011-2014)
Fellowship:
- Clinical Informatics, Department of Pathology, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, MI (2015-2017)
Clinical/Research Interests:
- Interested in exploring User Exerpience (UX) design within the laboratory context and how it contribues to patient safety and staff satisfaction.
- Investigating opportunites for continued laboratory automation, especially in reducing manual transciption erros and novel uses for AI/LLMs to increase quality and reduce errors.
Select Honors and Accomplishments:
- Ronald L. Gillum Service Award, OUHSC Department of Pathology (2021, 2023)