International Conference on Jewish Medical Ethics
Date:
20 Aug, 2009
Description:
Register at: Torah In Motion
Featuring:
Rabbi Kenneth Brander
Dean, Yeshiva University Center for the Jewish Future; Advanced level of ordination in the field of medical ethics, in particular reproductive technology and Halakhah
Rabbi Michael Broyde
Academic Director, Law and Religion Program, Emory University, Atlanta; Dayan, Beth Din of America
Rabbi Dr. Aaron E. Glatt
President and Chief Executive Officer, New Island Hospital; Orthodox Union Scholar-in-Residence on Jewish Medical Ethincs; Assistant Rabbi, Young Israel of Woodmere
Dr. Beni Gesundheit
Hematology-Oncology; Jewish Philosophy Department, Hebrew University
Dr. Cliff Librach
Director of the Create Fertility Centre; Associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto
Rabbi Dr. Avraham Steinberg
Director, Medical Ethics Unit, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem
More info:
Program includes lectures, shiurim, panel discussions and text based learning
Topics include: Stem cell,cloning, advances in fertility, genetic screening, living wills, end-of-life issues, Shabbat and the physician/patient - financial issues and healthcare.
For further information and registration call: 1-866-633-5770 or visit Torah In Motion
About the location:
Tremblant Village is a unique blend of European-style architecture and French-Canadian flair, offering 'round-the-clock entertainment for all.
The Fairmount Tremblant is a five-star, four-diamond hotel. Gourmet meals by La Marguerite Caterers (Under the supervision of the Montreal Va'ad Hair - MK)
Location:
Fairmont Tremblant
3045 Chemin de la Chapelle
Mont Tremblant, Quebec
J8E1E1
Contact:
866-633-5770
http://www.torahinmotion.org/medical