Candice S. Blacknall

CEO & Founder at GABA

Candice S. Blacknall MD, MBA has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. In 2022, they became a Clinician Advisor Board Member at Medgigs, where they currently serve. Prior to that, in the same year, they joined Tempus Labs, Inc. as a Medical Affairs Clinical Strategy & Development specialist, specializing in NeuroPsychiatry (PGx).

In 2020, Candice founded GABA Inc., a precision learning app aimed at democratizing career development and diversifying professional fields through the use of AI and collaborative learning. GABA received recognition and awards for its mission to promote diversity in health and STEM fields.

In the same year, they worked as a Growth and Strategy Consultant for emocha Health, focusing on Chronic Care Management. In 2019, they served as a Medical Science Liaison at Huxley Medical, Inc., specializing in medical devices.

From 2017 to 2020, Candice worked as a Clinical Researcher in Urology at Aetna, a CVS Health Company. Their work involved conducting research in the field of urology.

Prior to their transition into the healthcare industry, Candice served in the US Army from 2007 to 2016. During their time in the military, they held various roles, including Clinical Operations Sergeant during Operation Iraqi Freedom and positions related to infection control and medical supply.

Overall, Candice Blacknall MD, MBA has a strong background in healthcare, with experience as a clinician, researcher, consultant, and entrepreneur.

Candice S. Blacknall MD, MBA completed their Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Spanish, and Psychology at Elon University from 2008 to 2012. In 2013 to 2014, they pursued further studies at Southern Polytechnic State University, earning a Bachelor's degree in Biology, General. After that, they attended Morehouse School of Medicine from 2016 to 2021, where they obtained their Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, specializing in Medicine. Simultaneously, from 2019 to 2021, they also pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business.

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