Robert John Levine

Sincere condolences from the Eisenfeld family.

I have been regarding Prof. Levine as one of my mentors. The first impression on thoughts of research ethics was taught by him when I sat with the trainees who attended the "Intensive Workshop on Research Ethics" supported by China Medical Board of New York in Hangzhou, Xi'an... That was already 18 years ago. after that I met his several times, mainly on the PRIM&R conference. He was always the keynote speaker, and I can tell that the participants all respected him, it is not surprise,...

Bob was a giant in his field, and I was privileged to learn from him about research ethics. He had a deep appreciation for the historical incidents and commissions that shaped the field (and that he played such a key role in). His book was my go-to reference.

I got to know Bob better, through travelling with him for a series of workshops around China over the course of several years. Several memories stand out particularly. Unfazed by our travel schedule, he made sure to see the...

Dr. Levine was a long-time Board member Chairperson at our nonprofit organization, The Institute for Healthcare Communication. I enjoyed my many conversations with him over these many years and he was smart, curious and compassionate - traits that made him a wonderful scientist, physician, bioethicist and overall good person. I am sorry to hear about Bob's passing - he so enjoyed life and shared many of his adventures and we shared a love of hiking mountains far and high! It was my honor to...

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please except my warmest condolences.