Dr. Oscar J. Jackson
This plaque marks. the site of the former practice of
Dr. Oscar J. Jackson, M.D., FACS
In honor of his commitment, spirit, innovation, and steadfast dedication to providing the highest quality medical care to all in need in this region for over 5 decades.
1342 Haight Street
Dedicated 2018
Erected 2018.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1342.
Location. 37° 46.226′ N, 122° 26.665′ W. Marker is in San Francisco, California, in San Francisco City and County. It is in Haight-Ashbury. It is on Haight Street east of Masonic Avenue, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1342 Haight Street, San Francisco CA 94117, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on California’s Coast Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Doolan/Larson Residence and Storefronts (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Native Daughters of the Golden West (approx. 0.4 miles away); Native Daughters of the Golden West Home (approx. 0.4 miles away); Dante Benedetti (approx. half a mile away); Dune Stabilization is a Grassroots Effort (approx. half a mile away);
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Also see . . . Dr. Oscar Jackson Obituary (East Bay Times, legacy.com).
"Dr. Jackson went on to work at San Francisco General Hospital, becoming the first African American surgeon on record to work there. He also served as a clinical instructor in UCSF's Department of Surgery and practiced at Mount Zion, both of which were but a few of the hospitals extending privileges at the time to African American physicians. Dr. Jackson unselfishly dedicated his medical service to help improve the health of his patients and their families living in underserved communities in San Francisco. He eventually established a private practice based in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood that was known for its commitment to its patients' well-being, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay for services."(Submitted on July 6, 2021.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 472 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 6, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
