PSR Soul of Medicine Brunch

Posted by on September 26, 2011

The 12th Annual Soul of Medicine Brunch & Ken Ginsburg Soul of Medicine Award Presentation

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Please join Physicians for Social Responsibility at
The 12th Annual Soul of Medicine Brunch
Sunday, October 23, 2011 from 11:00-1:00pm

College of Physicians
19 S. 22nd Street, Philadelphia, 19103
“Being a Physician: Not for the Faint of Heart”

In its 12th year, this anticipated annual event brings clinicians and students together to discuss their role and survival in the current healthcare environment.  A themed, storytelling format is used to engage attendees followed by informal small discussion groups between clinicians and students.

Featuring Guest Speaker Dr. Esther K. Chung

Esther K. Chung is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and Nemours. She is Director of the Newborn Nursery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Director of JeffSTARS, an advocacy training program for residents and students. Dr. Chung received her MD/MPH joint degree from Columbia University in 1991, and has devoted over 20 years of service to families living in poverty.

Ken Ginsburg Soul of Medicine Award

Awarded annually to the 4th year student at each of the 5 area medical schools who emulates the values of the Soul of Medicine founder Ken Ginsburg. He/she cares for their patients with respect, compassion, understanding and integrity.  Treats those around their patients, fellow students and faculty with respect, understanding and appreciation.

Students are welcome as guests.  Faculty and practitioners are asked to contribute $25.

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