Dr. James Ellsmere

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Ellsmere is an Associate Professor in the Division of General Gastrointestinal Surgery at Dalhousie University. He holds multiple degrees, including an MD and MSc from Dalhousie University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology respectively, along with a BSc and BEng from Dalhousie. His clinical expertise includes various forms of gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgery, particularly bariatric surgery, and therapeutic endoscopy. Ellsmere has pioneered several endoscopic techniques aimed at improving patient outcomes in surgical care, including the management of esophageal cancer and complications arising from pancreatitis. His research is focused on developing and evaluating endoscopic technologies that enhance healthcare delivery. Ellsmere is associated with notable professional organizations like the Royal Canadian College of Surgeons and Physicians and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He is also the Director of the Advanced GI Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program and the Bariatric Surgery Program at Dalhousie University.

Research Interests

Experience

General and Gastrointestinal Surgeon

— Present

QEII Health Sciences Centre • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Performed various gastrointestinal surgeries and directed advanced fellowship programs.

Director

— Present

Advanced GI Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Managed the fellowship program training surgeons in minimally invasive techniques.

Director

— Present

Bariatric Surgery Program • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Oversaw the bariatric surgery program, focusing on surgical interventions for obesity.