About
Joseph Jackson, MD, serves as Associate Dean and Director of the Office of Student Affairs at Duke University School of Medicine. He is also a Professor in the Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Health within the Department of Pediatrics, where he focuses on education leadership, professional identity formation, and relational learning opportunities.
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Medical Degree from the University of Virginia
- Pediatric training at Duke University Medical Center
Dr. Jackson specializes in Health Professions Education and Professional Identity Formation, with research interests in how belonging, shame, and developmental progress intersect in medical learners and patients. He pioneered Duke’s Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship program and co-led the Essentials of Health Practice and Professional Development course.
- Duke University School of Medicine Professionalism Award
- Academic Pediatric Association Education Scholar
- National Academy of Distinguished Educators in Pediatrics
As an Advisory Dean for the MD Program and founding Associate Director of the Master of Biomedical Sciences Program, Dr. Jackson mentors learners across health professions. His work emphasizes faculty development and evidence-based curricula.
