Dr. Nathaniel Hawkins

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Nathaniel Hawkins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, specializing in cardiology. He holds multiple degrees including an MBChB, MD, MPH, and various fellowships in heart rhythm and advanced heart failure. His research focuses on improving life outcomes for patients with heart failure, particularly addressing comorbidities through innovative technologies such as remote monitoring and implantable devices. He has published extensively, with 61 peer-reviewed articles and an h-index of 24. Dr. Hawkins has served as the Physician Lead for the Regional Heart Failure Program at Vancouver Coastal Health and has been an advisor for provincial remote monitoring strategies. He has presented at numerous national and international conferences on cardiovascular disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Moreover, he is actively involved in the Lancet Global Commission on COPD and has contributed to important medical textbooks, further establishing his expertise in the field.

Research Interests

Heart Failure Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Epidemiology Remote Monitoring

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Specializing in cardiology with a focus on heart failure and related therapies.

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.