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This session will explore the theological basis of virtue ethics and will introduce the learner to the work of renowned physician-ethicist, Dr. Edmund Pellegrino. We will examine the unique calling of the Christian physician in today's culture, including the clinical encounter, mentoring the next generation of physicians, assisting the local churches, and providing care to the public.

List of Learning Objectives:

• Describe the centrality of virtue ethics in the practice of medicine.
• Identify the clinical encounter as paradigmatic of faith-based medical care.
• Discuss the need for medical trainee mentorship, local church education, and public square advocacy.

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Accreditation: Christian Medical & Dental Associations is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician Credit
The Christian Medical & Dental Associations designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurse Practitioner
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME. Individuals are responsible for checking with the AANPCP for further guidelines.
NPs may receive up to 1 credits for completing this activity.

Physician Assistant
AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. by an organization accredited by the ACCME or a recognized state medical society. PAs may receive up to 1 credits for completing this activity.

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Disclosures
Disclosures for all those in control of the content of this activity. The names of the ineligible companies (within the last 24 months) and the nature of the financial relationship(s). There is no minimum financial threshold. Disclosure of all financial relationships with ineligible companies regardless of the potential relevance of each relationship to the education.