Dr. John Cairns

Professor

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Biography

John Allan Cairns is a Dean Emeritus at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in the Department of Medicine. With a strong focus on acute ischemic syndromes, Dr. Cairns has dedicated his research to improving patient outcomes by reducing myocardial infarct size and preventing coronary thrombosis. His work encompasses the study of antithrombotic interventional approaches aimed at mitigating ischemic complications and reducing arrhythmic death associated with cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, Dr. Cairns has investigated atrial fibrillation, aiming to minimize stroke risk and systemic embolism through various antithrombotic therapies. His research interests are notable in areas such as Atrial Fibrillation (AF), Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS), Antithrombotic therapies, Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease, and Aortic Stenosis.

Research Interests

Awards

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Hamber Gold Medal

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Wallace Wilson Award

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Fellow

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Margolese National Heart Disorders Prize

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Order of British Columbia

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Award for Excellence in Mentoring Early Career Faculty

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.