Currently a Professor of Pediatrics, Humanities, and Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Penn State University College of Medicine. Dr. Blackall received his doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Widener University and completed his internship training at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where he specialized in the psychological treatment of children with cancer and their families. His primary clinical practice continues to be with childhood cancer patients at the Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. Dr. Blackall also serves as the Vice Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs at the Penn State University College of Medicine. He has won many teaching awards and has published numerous articles in professional journals. Dr. Blackall is the lead author of the book “Breaking The Cycle: How to Turn Conflict into Collaboration When You and Your Patients Disagree,” which has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, on webmd.com and is published by the ACP Press. Prior to becoming a psychologist he was a business executive where he worked in corporate risk management and leveraged buyouts. He has been able to blend his business and psychology training in a variety of ways including leadership roles, group facilitation, and executive consultation.