Judaism and Medicine

This series explores Judaism and medical practice. Students will have the opportunity to examine medical issues through a distinctly Jewish lens, both by studying Jewish medical ideas and by contrasting them with contemporary medicine and bioethics. Topics include maternal-fetal medical issues; introduction to Jewish bioethics; dignity and end of life. This series will foster a network of thoughtful future medical professionals.

Spring 2019 dates:
Session #1: Thursday, April 4th 6:30 – 8:00 PM – Introduction to Jewish Bioethics
Session #2: Shabbat lunch, Saturday, April 6th 1:00 – 3:00 PM – The Jewish License to Heal
Session #3: Thursday, April 11th 6:30 – 8:00 PM – Maternal-Fetal Medical Issues
Session #4: Thursday, May 2nd 6:30 – 8:00 PM – Anxiety and Depression