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Abram Brummett, Ph.D., HEC-C, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Foundational Medical Studies at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He teaches medical humanities and clinical bioethics to medical students and serves as a clinical ethics consultant for Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital. He is also active on the scholarship and curriculum committees, contributing to institutional academic development.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Health Care Ethics with concentration in clinical ethics, Saint Louis University
- M.A. in Philosophy, University of Missouri-St. Louis
- M.A. in History, Murray State University
Dr. Brummett's research focuses on foundational questions in clinical bioethics, including the legitimacy of ethics expertise, conscientious objection in healthcare, neuroethics, ethical deception, and LGBTQ rights. His interdisciplinary approach integrates philosophy, history, and clinical practice to address contemporary ethical challenges in medicine. He is particularly interested in how moral authority is justified within clinical settings and how ethical frameworks can support equitable care.
His recent publications span leading journals such as The Hastings Center Report, Annals of Internal Medicine, The American Journal of Bioethics, and Journal of Medicine and Philosophy. These works reflect a consistent trajectory toward refining clinical ethics consultation practices, exploring moral conflicts in healthcare, and advocating for inclusive policies. Themes across his scholarship include moral justification, professional integrity, patient autonomy, and the role of history and philosophy in medical training.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Certification in Clinical Ethics Consultation (HEC-C) from the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities – among the first cohort certified
- Active member of the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities
Dr. Brummett advises on ethics curriculum development and contributes to institutional policy through committee work. While formal student advisees are not listed, he mentors medical students in bioethics and medical humanities. He has not received public grant details in the text, but his fellowship at the Alden March Bioethics Institute indicates prior competitive funding support. His prior service as a U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer in Kosrae, Micronesia, where he taught philosophy and history, underscores his commitment to global education and ethical engagement.
He is associated with clinical ethics initiatives at Corewell Health and contributes to the integration of humanities into medical education at OUWB. His work bridges academic scholarship with real-world clinical ethics consultation, making him a key figure in shaping ethically grounded medical practice.
