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Jana Pilkey, MD, FRCPC, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine and Division Head of Palliative Care Medicine at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. She holds cross-appointments in Family Medicine and leads academic initiatives in palliative care research and education. Her roles include clinical practice, residency program direction, and national committee participation with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Education:
- Medical Degree, University of Saskatchewan (1997)
- Internal Medicine Residency, University of Saskatchewan (2001)
- Year of Added Competence in Palliative Medicine, University of Manitoba (2005)
- Palliative Medicine Royal College Examination (2019)
Research & Teaching: Her research focuses on palliative care education and symptom management in non-cancer conditions. She develops curricula for palliative care and advocates for holistic patient care. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the CanMeds competency model, integrating technology and collaborative learning to foster balanced physician development.
Awards:
- 2013 Clinical Clerkship Teaching Award Nomination
- 2013 PARIM Professionalism Award Nomination
- 2007–2009 Contribution to Medical Education Award
Leadership: As Section Head of Palliative Care Medicine, she cultivates team strengths and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Nationally, she chairs subspecialty committees and reviews residency programs. Clinically, she consults with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority.
Labs/Teams: Co-founder of the Palliative Care Medicine Research Interest Group at the University of Manitoba, fostering collaborative research networks.
