Dr. Simon Jackson

Professor

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Biography

Simon Jackson is a professor of medicine and a cardiologist, with specialized fellowship training in adult congenital heart disease from the Royal Brompton Hospital in London, UK. He holds a master's degree in medical education from the University of Dundee and has been an accomplished medical educator and administrator, having served in numerous leadership roles within the Department of Medicine, including interim department head. In his practice, he actively engages in diagnostic catheterization and serves as the medical lead for a pulmonary arterial hypertension program, overseeing a large ambulatory care practice. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards recognizing his contributions to medical education and practice, including the Department of Medicine's Annual Achievement Award in 2014 and the Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association Young Alumnus Award in 2010. Furthermore, he is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and an active member of various professional medical societies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-08-01 — Present

Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS

Professor in the Department of Medicine and practicing cardiologist.

Interim Head

2015-05-01 — 2017-04-30

Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS

Served as Interim Head of the Department of Medicine.

Deputy Head

2011-09-01 — 2015-04-30

Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS

Served as Deputy Head of the Department of Medicine.

Director

2008-07-01 — 2015-04-30

Medical Teaching Unit, Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS

Director of the Medical Teaching Unit.

Program Director

2005-01-01 — 2012-12-31

Adult Cardiology Program • Halifax, NS

Program Director, overseeing the Adult Cardiology program.

Awards

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Department of Medicine Annual Achievement Award

2014-01-01
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Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association Young Alumnus Award

2010-01-01
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Department of Medicine Excellence in Medical Education Award

2010-01-01
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Community Scholars Award

2009-01-01
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Dr. CB Stewart University Gold Medal in Medicine

1990-01-01