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A Bit About Me

Extensive Training and experiences in Various Capacities

Victor Jackson, MD, MBA

Medical Director

With a dynamic blend of medical expertise and compassionate leadership, Dr. Victor S. Jackson stands at the forefront of internal medicine and healthcare management. As the medical director of Oasis Health Clinic, Dr. Jackson embodies a dedication to delivering comprehensive and personalized healthcare that is both proactive and preventive. His extensive training includes an MD from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, where he also completed his residency in internal medicine, refining his expertise in adult primary care and geriatrics.​​

Dr. Jackson’s professional journey is marked by his commitment to improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. From 2018 to 2020, and again from 2023 to 2024, he served as a faculty physician at UTMB’s Outpatient Community-based Clinics, providing value-based care focused on prevention and health maintenance. His leadership extended to his role as the Associate Medical Director and Medical Director of the Transitional Care Unit at UTMB Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital. Here, he led efforts to enhance care standards, reduce hospital stay lengths, and oversee significant quality improvement projects.

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Dr. Jackson’s community engagement is as robust as his medical practice. He is the founder and CEO of the Jackson Family Cares Foundation, providing free medical care to underserved communities since 2015. Additionally, he has been one of the steadfast faculty directors at Luke’s Society Free Clinic in Galveston for over 5 years, demonstrating his commitment to healthcare accessibility.

 

At Oasis Health Clinic, Dr. Jackson’s approach integrates cutting-edge medical technology with a human touch, ensuring every patient feels valued and well cared for. His work and dedication highlight his belief that good health is the foundation of vibrant communities, and he is committed to fostering wellness across all ages.

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​He is married to Maira Jackson, RN-BC, BSN, they have 5 adorable children. Dr. Jackson
enjoys spending time with his family, church activities, volunteering with the Luke
Society, mentoring, traveling, cooking, and gardening. He is a Veteran of the United
States Armed Forces.

Work Experience

July 2017 - February 2020;
September 2023 - August 2024

February 2020 - August 2023

February 2020 - August 2023

Faculty Physician at UTMB Outpatient Community-based Clinics in Galveston

  • Provide comprehensive value-based care for acute care and chronic medical care in ambulatory settings

  • Clinical practice with strong emphasis on prevention and health care maintenance to increase quality of life and lessens health care cost

Medical Director & Quality of Care Committee Lead at Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital UTMB Health

  • Physician Chair for TDCJ Hospital Galveston Quality Team, responsible for monthly review and improvement of TDCJ Hospital Length of Stay, 30-Day Readmission, Mortality Review (based on Vizient), and CMI; using a multi-disciplinary approach to improve our metrics

  • ​Provide seamless transitional care and facilitate timely discharges and placement of our TDCJ infirmary patients

  • Clinical Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine, teaching medical students, internal medicine residents, and fellows rotating through Hospital Galveston infirmary

Associate Medical Director at Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital UTMB Health

  • provides directives, inputs, and ideas on the day-to-day operations of Hospital Galveston

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Military Experience

May 2018 - July 2019

March 2007 - March 2011

July 2003 - March 2007

Captain (CPT) Texas State Guard - 2nd Battalion, Texas Medical Brigade

Senior Airman (SRA) Reserve - USAF, Headquarters Air Force Reserve Personnel Center, Colorado

Senior Airman (SRA) - United States Air Force Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico

Community Services and Engagement Experience

January 2022 - Present

February 2016 - Present

August 2015 - Present

May 2011 - Present

Founder and CEO - Jackson Family Cares Foundation (JFCF)

  • Free Medical Care Initiatives Organizes and offers free health clinics that provide medical examinations, vaccinations, and preventive health services to low-income families

  • Health Education Programs: Develops and conducts educational workshops tailored to community needs that focus on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices

  • Partnerships with Local Organizations: Collaborates with other nonprofits and healthcare organizations to expand the reach and impact of health services

Faculty director - St. Luke’s Society Clinic

  • Direct Patient Care: Provides comprehensive medical examinations, diagnoses, and treatments to uninsured and low-income patients

  • Chronic Disease Management: Offers ongoing support and treatment for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, helping to improve long-term health outcomes

  • Mentorship and Training: Mentors medical students and junior doctors volunteering at the clinic, enhancing their skills and encouraging a future generation of community-focused healthcare professionals

Community Outreach St. Luke's Free Clinic - Galveston

  • Instrumental in teaching medical students’ clinical skills in a low-pressure environment and ensuring the safe delivery of care to low-income and homeless patients

  • Emphasize empathetic interview and counseling highlighting the crucial role of a preventive approach to care in every patient encounter

Church Usher and Youth Ministry Assistant Island Church of Galveston

  • Help teach the Word of God to the teens and youth of Island Church, with an emphasis on living Godly, seeking God’s will, and living a productive and fulfilled life even as a young adult

  • Help maintain order in the sanctuary throughout the service, welcome and assist members and visitors to the church

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