Michael E. A. Cunningham

Michael E. A. Cunningham, MD, serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Pediatric Cardiologist at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP), Virginia. He provides clinical care for active duty dependents while holding leadership roles including Vice President of NMCP's Medical Executive Committee and Command Medical Corps Career Development Board Coordinator.

His academic credentials include:

• Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics, United States Naval Academy (2001), Graduated with Distinction
• Medical Doctorate, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (2009)

Dr. Cunningham's research centers on pediatric cardiology with emphasis on congenital heart defects and critical care cardiology. His work investigates surgical outcomes for conditions like Tetralogy of Fallot, management of pulmonary hypertensive crises, and rare coronary artery anomalies, bridging clinical practice with military medical readiness requirements.

His publication record from 2012-2017 demonstrates consistent focus on pediatric cardiac conditions through case reports, surgical analyses, and educational handbook contributions. Key themes include optimizing repair timing for congenital defects and emergency protocols for cardiac arrest scenarios.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Navy Commendation Medal
• Joint Service Achievement Medal
• Navy Achievement Medal
• Master Clinician designation
• Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology

As an educator, Cunningham actively mentors residents at NMCP as academic advisor and lecturer. His prior role as Assistant Pediatric 3rd Year Clerkship Director at USU involved curriculum development for military medical training. He maintains strong ties to USU through his clinical professorship appointment.

He directs multiple clinical committees including Anticoagulation, Cardiac Arrest, and Impaired Healthcare Provider Program, while coordinating career development for NMCP's medical corps through the Career Development Board.