Synagogue Scholars & Authors Series

Congregation Shearith Israel presents its annual series featuring congregant-led presentations on a range of topics of expertise. All programs will begin at 7:30pm in Zimmerman Hall and refreshments will be served. Register here. 

2019 – 2020 Synagogue Scholars & Authors Series:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 – ZACH BERCU, M.D. 

Assistant Professor, Division of Interventional Radiology and Image-Guided Medicine, Department of Radiology, Emory University School of Medicine

Medical Innovation in Start-Up Nation: Lessons for Any Professional Community Hungering for New Ideas

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 – MICHAEL GREENWALD, M.D. 

Associate Professor, Pediatrics and Emergency MedicineEmory University School of Medicine

The Doctor Visit Demystified: What your doctor wishes you knew to make the most of your medical visit

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 – CINDY WEINBAUM, MD

Cindy Weinbaum, MD Deputy Director, Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Working Title: Jews vaccinating in the NY measles Outbreak

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 – DANIEL S. WECHSLER, MD, PH.D.

Professor of Pediatrics & Director of Pediatric Oncology, Thomas R. Giddens Chair, Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, Emory University School of Medicine

The ABCDs of Pediatric Cancer: Amazing Breakthroughs & Challenging Dilemmas

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 – GLORIA JACOBSON, PH.D. & LEAH JACOBMANN 

Professional Violinists and Suzuki Teachers 

Everything you always wanted to know about the violin: its history, construction, performance techniques, and why it’s so freakin’ hard to play it!

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 – HALLIE LUDSIN, J.D.

Senior Fellow, Center for International and Comparative Law, Emory School of Law

Must I be Complicit in Your Sin? A Human Rights Look at the Supreme Court’s Hobby Lobby and Masterpiece Cakeshop Decisions