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Dr. Eric Vogelstein is an Associate Professor with a joint appointment in the McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts (Department of Philosophy) and the School of Nursing at Duquesne University. He has been at the university since 2013 after earning his PhD in Philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin (2010). His research focuses on biomedical ethics, ethical theory, and nursing ethics, with expertise in topics like surrogate decision-making, medically-assisted dying, and moral expertise.
Education:
- PhD, Philosophy, University of Texas at Austin (2010)
- MA, Philosophy, University of Colorado at Boulder (2003)
- BA, Philosophy, Brandeis University (2000)
Research Interests: Dr. Vogelstein addresses both theoretical and practical issues in biomedical ethics, including ethical dilemmas in neonatal care, advance directives, and nursing practice. He advocates for nursing ethics as a distinct subfield within healthcare ethics and explores how ethical frameworks can guide clinical decision-making in morally complex situations.
Recent Research Trends: His publications analyze ethical challenges in assisted suicide, pandemic resource allocation (e.g., equity in COVID-19 treatment), and moral distress among healthcare workers. He emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between philosophy and clinical practice to address evolving ethical questions in healthcare.
Advising & Grants: While no grant details are specified, his work on nursing ethics education and clinical ethical decision-making suggests engagement with institutional or professional development initiatives. He advises on ethical dilemmas through his directorship role in the School of Nursing's ethics program.
Labs/Teams: He collaborates with interdisciplinary ethics committees and nursing education programs at Duquesne, though specific lab affiliations are not mentioned in the provided materials.
