Dr. Marco Essig

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Marco Essig is a professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Manitoba. He started his medical education at the University of Heidelberg Medical School, obtaining his MD degree in 1994 along with a PhD in Neurological Sciences. Dr. Essig has held several academic positions throughout his career, including a professorship at the University of Erlangen, Germany, and later at the University of Manitoba where he leads the Department of Radiology. His research is focused on neuroimaging, specifically functional and oncologic imaging, with particular attention to multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative diseases, stroke imaging, and traumatic brain injury. He has developed modern imaging tools and completed multi-site national studies to validate these tools, striving for their integration into clinical practice. As a prolific author with 270 peer-reviewed articles and over 20 book chapters, Dr. Essig is an active member of various professional organizations and editorial boards. His contributions to the field have significantly impacted patient care, and he continues to mentor students pursuing careers in radiology.

Research Interests

Awards

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Canadian Institutes Health Research Ideathon Travel Award

2018-01-01
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Lucien Appel Prize

2010-01-01
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Coolidge Award

2007-01-01
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Felix Jerusalem Prize

2006-01-01

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.