Institute of Clinical Bioethics Blog
Ingrid Mejia “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” – Muhammed Ali Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” My husband and I, both first-generation immigrants, have lived experiences that embody this sentiment. Our …
This reflection features Associate Fellow Nicholas Morici and his mother, who frequently volunteer at the Assisi House. Their participation in the Therapeutic Horticultural Program offers a unique perspective on family involvement in service and highlights the meaningful connections formed through fellowship with the Sisters. Dana and Nicholas Morici As parents, we strive to give our …
This summer, EMT Fellows Ean Hudak, Rachel Vemula, Emma Anderson, and Shayne Ryan made the decision to share their experiences. The reality of working in suburban emergency medical services, reacting to crises during the opioid crisis, and working at the Kensington wound clinic are all shared in their perspectives. The stories put together light on …
Ean Hudak (Biomedical Sciences, ’26) In EMS, after a serious call, we often find ourselves reflecting on the patients who die in our care. A single day in the field can shift quickly—from treating a woman with a fracture to responding to a dead-on-arrival—reminding us that we never truly know what awaits, only that we …
Nouhad Khoury (Biology, ’26) The Therapeutic Horticulture Project has been a truly meaningful experience that has brought people together and fostered a sense of community. Working with plants in different structured activities has encouraged social connection and teamwork between the students and our patients. As one of the team members and leaders of this initiative, …
Santino Diana (Biology, Philosophy ’26) Through this project to produce menstrual underwear for women in rural El Salvador, I have had the opportunity to work with a community partner in Arcatao, El Salvador, FUDEM, along with fashion designers from various disciplines and well-known companies such as Johnson & Johnson. My team of undergraduate research fellows …
Over the summer, undergraduate fellows Artiom Butuc, Isabel Mejia, Anthony Gargani, and Enoch Liu from the Institute of Clinical Bioethics took on leadership responsibilities as coordinators of the Mobile Health Promoter Program, continuing their dedication to medical justice and service. These fellows helped underprivileged and migrating communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania by offering vital …
Fredy Abboud (Biology, ’26) For the third year in a row, Shriners Children’s Philadelphia, a pioneer in pediatric orthopedic care, offered its “Shriners Children’s Philadelphia Medical Research Immersion Program” designed to introduce aspiring healthcare professionals to the complex and intricate world of clinical research, while offering them glimpses of the intellectual and lifestyle rigors of …
At the heart of the Institute of Clinical Bioethics’ commitment to compassionate care and community service are students who go beyond the classroom to make a tangible impact. This blog post highlights the work of Graduate Fellow Shayne Ryan and Undergraduate Research Fellow Ean Hudak in their roles at the wound care clinic. They play a vital role in …
As the academic year comes to a close, our senior Undergraduate Fellows and Associate Fellows reflect on their journeys through the Institute of Clinical Bioethics. In this blog post, they share the experiences that shaped their growth, the challenges they overcame, and the values that guided them. From hands-on community outreach to research and leadership, …