Christopher Tappe

About

As a Professional Education Manager at AtriCure, I lead and support the clinical education and training of surgeons, nurses, and technicians in the use of innovative medical devices and technologies for cardiac and thoracic surgery. I have a passion for advancing patient care and outcomes through evidence-based practice and continuous learning. With over 30 years of experience as a surgical professional, I have developed extensive expertise and received multiple/recognitions for my leadership, performance, and excellence in the field of medical device, surgical education and management.

Experience

• Senior Professional Education Manager at AtriCure, Inc.
  Oct 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 9 mos

  Traveling Professional Education Support.

• Clinical Fellow at AtriCure Inc.
  Oct 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 9 mos

• RNFA at American Surgical Professionals
  Oct 2014 - Aug 2018 · 3 yrs 11 mos

  CVOR-ENDOSCOPIC VEIN HARVEST ROBOTICS

• Surgical Coordinator/Instructor at Key Access Institute LLC.
  Jan 2011 - Sep 2014 · 3 yrs 9 mos

• O.R. Clinical Educator at St. Peter's Hospital
  Oct 2005 - Dec 2010 · 5 yrs 3 mos

  Design and implement O.R clinical education for staff and new graduates.