Judaism and Medicine

Surveying numerous issues associated with medical professionals like malpractice, confidentiality, modesty safeguards, and blessings and prayers.

An overview of gynecological issues as detailed in halachah: contraception, artificial insemination and in vitro fertilization.

A detailed halachic analysis of the sensitive issue of abortion and its ramifications.

This class addresses the painful challenges of infertility and attempts to provide some strength and comfort in this most difficult area.

How does the Torah reconcile pursuing professional medical intervention for healing natural ailments whilst we believe that everything comes from G-d?

The appropriate procedure in tending to the dead and bringing them to their final resting in Jewish law.