Annual Conference

ASBH 26th Annual Conference

A Message from the Program Committee

Warm welcome to the 26th Annual Conference of the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities. Always mindful of challenges on the horizon, this year’s conference invites participants to reconsider long-held notions and think critically about the nature of humanity within our shifting landscape. Together, we hope to address a fundamental question: What does it mean to be human? More specifically, what does humanity look like against the backdrop of ever-expanding artificial intelligence (AI) technology?

As we watch the meteoric rise of AI, we are confronted with increasingly complex moral dilemmas happening at home and abroad. Reflecting on these moral and technological revolutions requires thoughtful contemplation of what it means to be human on an individual and societal level. How can AI technology supplement human instinct or offer a new perspective? What role should the human condition play within the greater environment? How do we compassionately acknowledge the humanity of healthcare staff and patients? These are only some of the pressing questions we hope to consider during this year’s conference.

We do so while looking to the future. This year introduces novel changes to the conference’s presentation. First, a new submission format (Enrichment Hubs) that allows submitters to suggest sessions and ideas that are not confined to traditional formats and go beyond the standard breakout session model. Another innovation facilitates the opportunity to discuss in further depth with plenary speakers a wide range of topics including environmental justice, workplace violence in healthcare settings and AI generated artwork.

Many thanks to you for attending and for all whose invaluable contributions made the conference possible from program planners to volunteers. Special thanks to ASBH President Toby Schonfeld, President Elect Patrick Smith, the Board of Directors, Program Committee; as well as ASBH Staff for all of your support.

Everyone is encouraged to explore the digital platforms for more information and please share your conference experience on social media with the hashtag #ASBH24 and on LinkedIn under @AmerSocBioHum. We look forward to your feedback about this year's conference as we are always looking to improve.

With appreciation,
Shilpa Shashidhara, PhD
ASBH Program Committee Chair

Schedule

The 2024 conference schedule is now available! Click below to explore our programming slate!

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Schedule at a Glance

Wednesday, September 18: Preconference Workshops
Thursday, September 19: Opening Plenary Session, President's Welcome, Opening Luncheon, Concurrent Sessions, and Affinity Group Meetings
Friday, September 20: Plenary Session, Concurrent Sessions, Members’ Meeting, Affinity Group Meetings, and Newcomers’ Social
Saturday, September 21: Closing Plenary Session, Concurrent Sessions, and Affinity Group Meetings

Who Should Attend

The American Society for Bioethics and Humanities (ASBH) Annual Conference is designed for physicians, nurses, attorneys, historians, philosophers, professors of literature and the humanities, members of the clergy, hospital chaplains, social workers, and others engaged in endeavors related to clinical and academic bioethics and the health-related humanities.

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Productive Engagement

ASBH supports an environment of productive engagement, where the free expression of diverse points of view occurs in an atmosphere of scholarly exchange and mutual respect. Conference attendees, participants, and vendors are expected to observe commonsense norms for public behavior, personal interaction, and common courtesy. Abusive, harassing, or threatening behavior is not acceptable.

Respect

Respect common sense norms for public behavior, personal interaction, and common courtesy. Abusive, harassing, or threatening behavior is not acceptable.

Real Conversation

ASBH encourages an environment of free expression, diverse points of view, scholarly exchange, and mutual respect.

Health, Safety, and Productive Engagement Consent

By registering for this meeting, you agree to adhere to all health and safety protocols put in place by ASBH for the 2024 Annual Conference and agree to abide by the ASBH Productive Engagement Statement while attending and participating in the 2024 Annual Conference.

2024 Program Committee

Shilpa Shashidhara, PhD, Chair
Sutter Health

Kimbell Kornu, MD PhD HEC-C
Belmont University

Nicole Martinez-Martin, JD PhD
Stanford University

Valerie Satkoske, PhD MSW HEC-C
UPMC Health System

Andrew Shuman, MD HEC-C, Chair
University of Michigan

Elise Smith, PhD
University of Texas Medical Branch

Board Liaisons

Toby Schonfeld, PhD
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Patrick Smith, PhD
Duke University