Hecc Kayhan Parsi serves as a Professor of Bioethics and Graduate Program Director at Loyola University Chicago, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of bioethics education. With a commitment to fostering dynamic and supportive learning communities, Professor Parsi leverages technology to...
Hecc Kayhan Parsi serves as a Professor of Bioethics and Graduate Program Director at Loyola University Chicago, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of bioethics education. With a commitment to fostering dynamic and supportive learning communities, Professor Parsi leverages technology to enhance the educational experience for health care professionals and graduate students alike. Under his leadership, Loyola's graduate programs in bioethics—including certificate, master's, and doctorate offerings—are designed to be flexible and accessible, featuring both fully online and blended courses that cater to the diverse needs of students.
Professor Parsi's expertise extends to teaching critical courses such as "Justice and Healthcare," "Principles of Healthcare Ethics," and "History of Bioethics," where he emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making in complex healthcare environments. His innovative approach not only enriches the curriculum but also prepares students to navigate the ethical challenges inherent in public health and health policy. As an associate editor of the American Journal of Bioethics (AJOB), one of the highest-impact journals in the field, he contributes to advancing scholarly discourse and disseminating vital research that informs ethical practices in healthcare settings.
In addition to his teaching and editorial responsibilities, Professor Parsi is dedicated to public speaking and writing, sharing his insights on bioethics with a broader audience. His work exemplifies a commitment to policy analysis and medical education, ensuring that the next generation of healthcare professionals is well-equipped to address the ethical dilemmas they will encounter in their careers. Through his multifaceted role at Loyola University Chicago, Hecc Kayhan Parsi continues to make significant strides in the field of bioethics, influencing both academic and practical applications of ethical principles in healthcare.