Dr. Dominique J. Monlezun, a physician, data scientist, and AI ethicist | University Of Mary
Dr. Dominique J. Monlezun, a physician, data scientist, and AI ethicist | University Of Mary
The University of Mary will host the 4th Annual Saint Gianna Medical Professionals Conference from December 4 to 6, 2025, at Founders Hall in the Lumen Vitae University Center. The event is expected to draw nearly 500 participants, including health care professionals, educators, clergy, sisters, and students. The conference will focus on the theme “Mission-Driven Healthcare in a Profit-Driven World,” aiming to address the challenges of maintaining integrity and compassionate care amid economic pressures in the health care sector.
The conference will feature keynote presentations from several prominent figures in medical ethics and clinical leadership. Dr. Ashley K. Fernandes of The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital will deliver a talk titled “Finding Moral Meaning in the Business of Healthcare.” Sister Mary Diana Dreger, OP, MD, will speak on “Healthcare for the Poor: Upholding Human Dignity,” drawing from her experience with underserved immigrant populations.
Dr. Dominique J. Monlezun, a physician, data scientist, and AI ethicist, will present on “Responsible AI and the Common Good,” addressing the intersection of technology and Catholic moral principles. Caroline Aragon, MS, CGC, will discuss genetic ethics, while Dr. James Link and Dr. Louise Murphy will focus on resilience in health care through psychology and spirituality.
Attendees can participate in breakout sessions covering topics such as faith-based self-care, genetic engineering, AI in medicine, and moral leadership. The program also includes a Thursday afternoon bioethics debate and the University of Mary Late Show featuring Dr. Fernandes. Evening events on Friday and Saturday will include the Christmas at Mary Concert, which is open to both attendees and the public.
The conference is designed to foster professional growth and personal transformation. It offers opportunities for continuing education, recognized by various healthcare boards. Participants will explore ways to advocate for just structures in health care, integrate moral values into emerging technologies, and adopt self-care practices to prevent burnout.
Dr. Mary Dockter, dean of the Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences, highlighted the significance of the event: “Each year, the Saint Gianna Medical Professionals Conference draws participants from across the country who are looking for something more than technical training—they’re seeking purpose, renewal, and community,” Dockter said. “Our speakers this year are truly outstanding, and the continuing education opportunities make it a rich experience for every discipline. Whether you’re a student, clinician, or educator, you’ll leave encouraged, better equipped, and more grounded in the values that make health care a true vocation.”
The Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences, which hosts the event, is named after St. Gianna Beretta Molla, known for her commitment to defending human dignity throughout her life as a physician, wife, and mother. The school’s mission is to develop clinicians who demonstrate competence, virtue, and service.
Registration for the conference is open, with limited seats available.
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