James Heilman
James Heilman
James Heilman (pronunciation: /ˈheɪlmən/) is a notable figure in the field of medicine and digital health. He is a Canadian emergency medicine physician and a strong advocate for the improvement and accessibility of health information on the internet. Heilman is best known for his contributions to Wikipedia, where he promotes the inclusion of high-quality medical content.
Etymology
The surname Heilman is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German term "heilman" which means a person who brings salvation or a healer. The name is fitting for James Heilman's profession as a physician.
Career
James Heilman completed his medical education at the University of Saskatchewan. After graduation, he specialized in emergency medicine. Heilman has worked in various hospitals across Canada and is currently based in Cranbrook, British Columbia.
In addition to his medical practice, Heilman is also a clinical instructor at the University of British Columbia. He teaches emergency medicine to medical students and residents.
Contributions to Wikipedia
Heilman is a prolific contributor to Wikipedia, particularly in the area of medical content. He is a founder of WikiProject Medicine, a project that aims to improve the quality and accuracy of medical articles on Wikipedia. Heilman believes in the importance of providing reliable health information to the public and sees Wikipedia as a powerful tool to achieve this goal.
Heilman's work on Wikipedia has not gone unnoticed. He has been elected to the Wikimedia Foundation's Board of Trustees, where he advocates for the improvement of Wikipedia's medical content.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on James Heilman
- Wikipedia's article - James Heilman
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