Dr. Nishan Sharma
Affiliations
Director International Medical Education and Academic Partnerships
Cumming School of Medicine, Office of the Dean | Education
Research Assistant Professor
Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Community Health Sciences
Contact information
Phone number
Office: 403.220.5972
Background
Educational Background
Doctorate Education, University of Calgary, 2009
MSc Physiology, University of Ottawa, 1995
BSc(Hons) Biology, Queen's University (Kingston, ON), 1992
Biography
Dr. Sharma is the inaugural Director International Medical and Academic Partnerships at the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. In this role, he drives collaboration with academic organizations and partners around the world to develop and implement collaborative initiatives that advance medical education, strengthen institutional relationships, and create opportunities for learners and faculty.
Dr. Sharma brings extensive experience in international research partnerships, academic collaboration, and health professions education. Prior to joining the Cumming School of Medicine in this role, he served as Manager of International Research Partnerships and Innovation at the University of Calgary, where he supported the development of strategic research relationships and collaborations with institutions from around the world. He also holds an academic appointment as Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences, with scholarly interests in medical education and patient safety.
He holds a Doctor of Education from the University of Calgary, a Master of Science in Physiology from the University of Ottawa, and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biology from Queen’s University.
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