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Careers in Bioethics Lecture Series

Presented by Columbia University’s Master of Science and certification programs in Bioethics, Careers in Bioethics brings noted bioethicists, academics, authors, and medical professionals to Columbia’s campus for lectures, book readings, and panel discussions focused on the intersection of their work and bioethics.

Hear from noted experts in a range of fields ranging from consulting and clinical research to advertising and law including:

  • Elizabeth J. Chuang, M.D., Clinical Researcher, Montefiore Health Center
  • Jonathan Moreno,  Ph.D., David and Lyn Silfen University Professor of Ethics, University of Pennsylvania
  • Sheldon Sloan, M.D., Vice President, Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • David Blumenthal, M.D., M.P.P., President, The Commonwealth Fund

Listen to speakers from previous Careers in Bioethics events in Additional Offerings & Resources and stay-up-date on forthcoming Careers and other Bioethics events in Upcoming Events. 

Past Events

The Bioethics M.S. program frequently hosts guest speakers, commemorative events and talks, and networking receptions. Resources from and recordings of select previous events are available to view by clicking or tapping the events listed below.

December 2021

Designer Genes

What
Public Event
Where
Online

November 2021

Learn How a Master's Degree in Bioethics Can Advance Your Career

What
Online Info Session
Where
Online
Who
  • Robert Klitzman Program Director, Bioethics; Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
  • Sameer Ladha Deputy Academic Director and Lecturer, Bioethics
  • David N. Hoffman Assistant Professor of Bioethics, Columbia University
  • Arthur Kuflik Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Barbra Bluestone Rothschild Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Suzanne Wolfinger Director of Recruitment, Master's Degree Programs

Addressing Implicit Bias as Standard of Care: A Legal & Ethical Imperative

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What
Public Event
Where
Online
Who
  • David N. Hoffman Assistant Professor of Bioethics, Columbia University
  • Jorge Rivera-Agosto Associate Faculty, Bioethics; Assistant Deputy Counsel, New York State Senate; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
  • Nikeeya Alexander Registered Nurse, New York-Presbyterian Hospital

October 2021

Are You Mission Driven? Join us to Learn How an M.S. in Bioethics can Advance Your Career

What
Online Info Session
Where
Online
Who
  • Robert Klitzman Program Director, Bioethics; Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
  • Sameer Ladha Deputy Academic Director and Lecturer, Bioethics
  • David N. Hoffman Assistant Professor of Bioethics, Columbia University
  • Arthur Kuflik Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Barbra Bluestone Rothschild Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Suzanne Wolfinger Director of Recruitment, Master's Degree Programs

September 2021

Meet Distinguished Columbia Bioethics Faculty and Learn How an M.S. in Bioethics Can Impact Your Career

What
Online Info Session
Where
Online
Who
  • Robert Klitzman Program Director, Bioethics; Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
  • Sameer Ladha Deputy Academic Director and Lecturer, Bioethics
  • David N. Hoffman Assistant Professor of Bioethics, Columbia University
  • Arthur Kuflik Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Barbra Bluestone Rothschild Lecturer, Bioethics
  • Suzanne Wolfinger Director of Recruitment, Master's Degree Programs

November 2017

Publishing in Bioethics 101

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What
Public Event
Where
New York City

January 2017

April 2016

Dying in America with Marcia Angell

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Public Event
Where
New York City