Faith in the Field
Seeking an integrated life in a compartmentalized world
Many have noted today that we constantly feel pressured to live fragmented lives. Faith seems to be relegated to the private sphere, quite separate from our public lives. This experience can be felt in the field of healthcare, as much as any other field of work in our society. Many people of faith are left confused about how their faith is relevant to their work. Attempts at integrating faith with our public lives can sometimes be misguided, if not harmful.
Join us as we hear from Joy Walton, MD, an OSU alum and former professor in the College of Medicine at Ohio State, as she discusses the pressures of fragmentation that can be faced with her work in healthcare, and what it might mean to pursue an integrated life today.
Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be time for audience Q&A.
Seating is limited. RSVP requested by February 19.
Speaker bio:
Dr. Joy Walton is a dual board–certified physician with over 15 years of experience. She earned her BS in biology and medical degree from The Ohio State University in 2007 and completed her Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency training at the University of Rochester.
She spent over a decade at Nationwide Children’s Hospital caring for children and adults with complex medical conditions while also practicing as an adult hospitalist.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Walton transitioned to medical education, serving as Associate Program Director and launching a nationally recognized health equity clinic in west Columbus.
Dr. Walton is married and has three children.
Event details:
Date: Friday, February 20th
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Location: COhatch Gateway
Light refreshments will be provided
RSVP requested – Seating is limited