Dr. James Dosman

Professor

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Biography

James Dosman is a prominent figure in Agricultural Medicine in Canada, serving as a Distinguished Research Chair at the University of Saskatchewan. He has dedicated much of his career to both research and public health, focusing on rural and agricultural health safety. After graduating in Medicine from the University of Saskatchewan in 1963, Dosman worked as a general practitioner before completing his residency in Internal Medicine at McGill University, where he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada in 1972. He has a distinguished career that includes founding the Division of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and directing the Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture. His involvement in various organizations has led to significant advancements in agricultural health safety, including the establishment of the Canadian Agriculture Safety Program. Dosman has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and recognition as an Officer of the Order of Canada. His research interests span public health and epidemiology, with a commitment to improving health outcomes in rural populations. He has also contributed significantly to various training initiatives in public health research related to agriculture and rural ecosystems.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Research Chair

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK

Leading research initiatives in health and safety within agriculture.

President and CEO

2007-01-01 — Present

Agrivita Canada Inc. • Saskatoon, SK

Overseeing research and public health safety initiatives in agriculture.

Director

2006-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture • Saskatoon, SK

Managed the center focused on health and safety in the agricultural sector.

Director

2001-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Institute of Agricultural Rural and Environmental Health • Saskatoon, SK

Directed research on rural health and environmental health concerns.

Head

1975-01-01 — 1985-01-01

Division of Respiratory Medicine • Saskatoon, SK

Oversaw the division, focusing on respiratory health.

Awards

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Officer Order Canada

2011-01-01
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Saskatchewan Order of Merit

2005-01-01
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Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities Meritorious Service Award

2001-01-01
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University of Saskatchewan Award for Distinction in Public Service

2003-01-01
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Dean Stueland Scholar Award

2007-01-01

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.