Gianna Morales, BA, MH
Clinical Ethicist

e-mail:    Gianna.Morales@cuanschutz.edu
phone:    (303) 724-4420

Gianna Morales became part of the Center for Bioethics and Humanities in 2019, embarking on her journey with the Certificate in Health Humanities and Bioethics. Since then, her involvement has deepened as she took on the role of Ethics Ambassador for UCHealth’s ethics consult service and committee. In Fall 2022, she transitioned into the role of lead ethics consultant. Gianna is an active member of the UCHA Ethics Committee, co-chairs the CBH Clinical Ethics Education Council, and is now primary instructor for the
Ethics Ambassador cohorts. 

In addition to her work at the Center, Gianna has dedicated six years to clinical research at the University of
Colorado Cancer Center and the Gastroenterology Division. Her earlier experience includes diverse laboratory roles focused on bench research.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry, University of Colorado – Boulder, 2017
• Master of Humanities, Health Humanities, University of Colorado – Denver, Anticipated 2024 

Areas of Interest:

• Ethical issues in research
• Clinical ethics consultation
• Clinical ethics education