@MacLeanEthics

The oldest & largest center for clinical medical #ethics in the United States. Directed by Dr. Peter Angelos at the @UChicago. 639 ethics fellows and counting!

 Chicago, IL
macleanethics.uchicago.edu/
Joined November 2011
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What is the MacLean Center?
At the University of Chicago, the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics is dedicated to advancing ethical decision-making in healthcare through education, research, and clinical practice. Our fellowship opportunities include: • Siegler Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics • ACS-MacLean Center Surgical Ethics Fellowship • Full-time Clinical Ethics Fellowship • Hospitalist-Scholars Clinical Medical Ethics Program Through mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and hands-on learning, fellows gain the tools to become leaders in ethical healthcare. Explore the fellowships and discover how the next generation of healthcare leaders is shaping the future of ethical patient care at the link in bio!

ALT At the University of Chicago, the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics is dedicated to advancing ethical decision-making in healthcare through education, research, and clinical practice. Our fellowship opportunities include: • Siegler Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics • ACS-MacLean Center Surgical Ethics Fellowship • Full-time Clinical Ethics Fellowship • Hospitalist-Scholars Clinical Medical Ethics Program Through mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and hands-on learning, fellows gain the tools to become leaders in ethical healthcare. Explore the fellowships and discover how the next generation of healthcare leaders is shaping the future of ethical patient care at the link in bio!

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Congratulations to Dr. Heather Whitney on her recent publication, "Beyond accuracy: a systematic scoping review of algorithmic bias measurement and mitigation in peer-reviewed publications in medical imaging Al development and evaluation for classification”
We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more of our faculty’s research at the link in our bio!

ALT We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more of our faculty’s research at the link in our bio!

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The next lecture in our public lecture series will be by Scott Stonington, titled "Using ethnography to cross bioethical modes: cases from pain and death in Thailand." NEXT WEDNESDAY 10/28 at noon - register here for lunch: eventbrite.com/e/2026-2027-m…
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: Abstract and prize nominations for the 2027 MacLean Conference on Clinical Medical Ethics are now due on November 15th. Visit macleanethics.uchicago.edu/m… to submit.
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Congratulations to Dr. Michele Friedner on her recent publication in The Lancet, “Disability expertise: a paediatrician with cerebral palsy in Japan.” Read more of our faculty’s research at macleanethics.uchicago.edu/o…
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The next lecture in our public lecture series will be by Mindy Schwartz, titled "From a Match Made in Heaven to 'See You in Court': The History of the Pritzer School of Medicine." NEXT WEDNESDAY 10/21 at noon - register here for lunch: eventbrite.com/e/2026-2027-m…
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Congratulations to Dr. Rebecca Propper, Director of Pediatric Ethics Education, on her presentation at the Society for Pediatric Sedation Conference on“Ethics of Pediatric Medical Decision-Making”! We’re proud to celebrate our faculty's contributions to our clinical community!
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Abstract submissions are OPEN! The 38th Annual MacLean Center Conference on Clinical Medical Ethics will take place April 9–10, 2027, at the David Rubenstein Forum. Submit your abstract and nominate outstanding work for conference prizes by November 1, 2026!
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Congratulations to MacLean Center faculty member Catherine Groden on her recent publication, "Pediatric Ethics Consultations: Then and Now” from The University of Chicago Press.
We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty’s research at the link in bio.

ALT We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty’s research at the link in bio.

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We’re excited to highlight MacLean Center Faculty presenting at "Toward A Uniform Code of Ethics for Healthcare Executives and Clinicians" on October 24th in Boston!
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The next lecture in our public lecture series, "From Hippocrates to Tomorrow: The Story of Medical Teaching and Medical Ethics," will be from Michael Rossi, titled "Hospital Medicine and the Origins of Clinical Education." NEXT WEDNESDAY 10/7 at noon - register here for lunch:
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Congratulations to MacLean Center faculty member M. Jeanne Wirpsa on her recent publication, "Really, Most Sincerely Dead? The Challenge of Declaring Circulatory Death on VA-ECMO” from Cambridge University Press.
We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty’s research at the link in bio.

ALT We are proud to celebrate this important contribution to the growing conversation on narrative medicine and character development in clinical training. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty’s research at the link in bio.

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NEXT WEDNESDAY 9/30 at noon - "Medical Education, Surgeons, and the History of Surgical Ethics," from our Director Peter Angelos. Register here for lunch: eventbrite.com/e/2026-2027-m…
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Join us for our ASBH Reception on 10/15 at 6 - 8 PM at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis! Register here: forms.gle/8WHVUHdwC6ZWwvSr9
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Applications for our Online Clinical Ethics Certificate Program are due this coming Monday, August 31! Scan the code to apply or visit programs.bsd.uchicago.edu/cl…
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Applications for our flagship training programs open on Tuesday, 9/1. Visit macleanethics.uchicago.edu/t… to explore our programs.
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MacLean Conference - April 9-10 at the David Rubenstein Forum. Abstract submissions & prize nominations open on 9/1 and close on 11/1. More information: macleanethics.uchicago.edu/m…
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The MacLean Center is all smiles as this year’s Summer Intensive comes to a close. We extend our gratitude to our faculty, staff, and speakers for their dedication throughout this month of learning and engagement.
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Congratulations to MacLean Center faculty members, Dr. Vollbrecht and Dr. Parker, on their recent publication, "Slow Life Support for Imminently Dying Patients" in JAMA.
The authors examine "slow life support," in which clinicians unilaterally withhold major interventions like ECMO or kidney replacement therapy, or cap the intensity of ongoing treatments like vasopressors, when they believe recovery is impossible but full withdrawal cannot be negotiated with patients or surrogates. Drawing a parallel to the ethical debate over slow codes, they find this practice becomes deceptive and inequitable when undisclosed, particularly given evidence that such decisions are prone to bias against historically marginalized groups. The authors argue that clinicians should instead practice transparent disclosure and informed assent, explaining why an intervention is withheld and what ceiling of care is being offered, instead of concealing individualized limits behind an appearance of standard practice. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty's research at the link in bio.

ALT The authors examine "slow life support," in which clinicians unilaterally withhold major interventions like ECMO or kidney replacement therapy, or cap the intensity of ongoing treatments like vasopressors, when they believe recovery is impossible but full withdrawal cannot be negotiated with patients or surrogates. Drawing a parallel to the ethical debate over slow codes, they find this practice becomes deceptive and inequitable when undisclosed, particularly given evidence that such decisions are prone to bias against historically marginalized groups. The authors argue that clinicians should instead practice transparent disclosure and informed assent, explaining why an intervention is withheld and what ceiling of care is being offered, instead of concealing individualized limits behind an appearance of standard practice. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty's research at the link in bio.

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Congratulations to MacLean Center faculty member Dr. Selwyn Rogers Jr. on the publication of his book, "Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic: Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon's Vision for Restoring Hope."
Drawing on decades of treating gunshot wounds on Chicago's South Side, Dr. Rogers traces the roots of the gun violence epidemic to generational poverty and institutional disinvestment. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty's research at the link in bio.

ALT Drawing on decades of treating gunshot wounds on Chicago's South Side, Dr. Rogers traces the roots of the gun violence epidemic to generational poverty and institutional disinvestment. Read more about the MacLean Center faculty's research at the link in bio.

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Please join us in congratulating Dr. Propper and recognizing her critical role in the MacLean Center's teaching, mentorship, and guidance of students, fellows, and faculty. We are truly fortunate to have such outstanding colleagues!
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