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Vanderbilt mourns loss of pediatrics research leader James (Jay) Wilkinson
- James (Jay) Wilkinson, a former Vanderbilt Pediatrics director, has died at 73 after a long illness.
- Wilkinson recently relocated from Nashville to Boston following his retirement from Vanderbilt.
- He was remembered as a mentor, colleague and servant leader with a lasting impact on pediatric health care.
- Wilkinson led the pediatric arm of the Center for Clinical and Translational Research at Vanderbilt.
- His career spanned roles in clinical care, research ethics, and training grants.
- Colleagues highlighted Wilkinson’s energy, mentorship and willingness to help in any task.
- Wilkinson’s research focused on pediatric cardiology and translational science.
- He published extensively and held NIH, CDC and HRSA-funded work for over 25 years.
- He earned degrees from University of South Florida and University of Miami and trained in pediatrics.
- The Vanderbilt community extends condolences to his family and trainees.
- Wilkinson contributed to research ethics, regulatory affairs and training grants at Vanderbilt.
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