91原创

Student Organizations Athens, Cleveland and Dublin

Our Mission

The purpose of this organization is to enhance the education of OUHCOM students beyond the basics of biomedical ethics and encourage students to debate the decision-making in assorted clinical cases and biomedical research.

Officers, 2026-2027

No Dues

Services Provided

The OUHCOM Biomedical Ethics Club provides a service to the college and osteopathic profession by fostering thoughtful discussion of ethical issues that impact patient care, clinical decision-making, biomedical research, and healthcare policy. The organization creates an environment where medical students can develop professionalism, empathy, communication skills, and ethical reasoning that are essential to osteopathic medicine and patient-centered care. Through educational discussions, case analyses, and guest speakers, the club encourages students to consider the social, cultural, and ethical dimensions of medicine beyond the standard curriculum. The organization also aims to serve the broader community by promoting awareness of contemporary healthcare ethics issues and sponsoring at least one public activity each semester in accordance with the club constitution. These activities may include community discussions, educational outreach events, collaborations with other student organizations, and service-oriented initiatives related to healthcare ethics and advocacy. The club intends to incorporate philanthropic and service activities as part of its programming when feasible. Potential events may include fundraising or donation drives benefiting local community organizations, healthcare-related charities, patient advocacy groups, or community assistance programs in the Athens area. The organization may also partner with other OUHCOM student organizations for service and outreach events that align with the mission of promoting ethical, compassionate, and community-oriented medical practice.

Tentative Schedule for 2026-2027

Fall semester  

• Host introductory meetings focused on ethical issues commonly encountered in medical education and clinical practice, including patient autonomy, informed consent, healthcare disparities, professionalism, and emerging topics in biomedical research. 
• Public educational event during the semester in accordance with the club constitution, which may include a guest lecture, panel discussion, or collaborative ethics forum with other OUHCOM student organizations such as the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA), Internal Medicine Club, or Student National Medical Association (SNMA).
• Campus-wide student involvement and wellness events throughout the semester. 

Spring semester

• Case-based ethical discussions and professional development events related to topics such as end-of-life care, physician advocacy, public health ethics, medical technology, and ethical challenges in research and healthcare systems.  
• Interdisciplinary discussions with faculty members, physicians, residents, or community professionals.
• Collaborative service or educational outreach events with other student organizations when opportunities arise. 

*The organization intends to finance events primarily through funding opportunities available to registered student organizations through OUHCOM and 91原创. Additional funding may come from small fundraising activities, co-sponsored events with other student organizations, and potential donations or support from departmental or institutional partners when appropriate. Most planned activities are discussion- or lecture-based and are expected to require minimal operating costs.