By DoM Communications | Date published: June 4, 2026

Jessica Zitter and Chaplain Betty Clark Present at the Annual Howe Endowed Lecture Series
On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Department of Medicine welcomed Jessica Zitter, MD, MPH, and Chaplain Betty Clark, MDiv, to campus as featured speakers for the annual Howe Endowed Lecture Series. Dr. Zitter and Chaplain Clark are the subjects of The Chaplain & The Doctor, a documentary film that explores the relationship between physicians and chaplains, highlighting the importance of caring for both body and spirit, honoring patients’ diverse backgrounds, and recognizing the shared human needs that connect us all.