ABOUT THIS EPISODE
How can philosophy address both high-level and concrete questions? What is the nature of human capacities and personhood? How is modern medicine dehumanizing? What is the role of philosophy in educating the next generation of medical professionals?
Our fifth episode features Professor Aleksy Tarasenko-Struc, an assistant professor of philosophy at Seton Hall University, with a secondary appointment in the School of Health and Medical Sciences. He also directs SHU's Medical Humanities Program.
In this episode, Professor Tarasenko-Struc and Rohan explore the philosophical foundations of dehumanization, its implications in medical ethics, and advice for young people interested in bioethics and philosophy. Professor Teresenko Struck shares his journey, insights on human nature, and the importance of ethics in medical practice.
Dialexicon is a free podcast dedicated to promoting philosophical education and deep reflection. We invite philosophers from around the globe to discuss philosophy in the context of contemporary injustices—all at an easy-to-understand and digestible level.Website: https://dialexicon.orgSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ab9iObuaUb0VDo4R9lLH4(00:00) Introduction to Philosophy and Personal Journey(05:27) Understanding Dehumanization(12:02) Defining Humanity and Personhood(18:17) Dehumanization in Medicine(24:54) Paternalism in Medical Ethics(28:23) The Ethics of Forced Treatment(31:33) Decisional Capacity and Autonomy(34:08) Understanding Decisional Capacity Criteria(42:17) Experiences in Clinical Ethics Consultation(45:33) Teaching Medical Ethics(49:48) Advice for Young Philosophers
Keywords: philosophy, dehumanization, bioethics, medical ethics, human nature, ethics education, paternalism, decision-making capacity
