Medical Ethics

Ethical Issues

  • Physician-Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia: According to the Hippocratic Oath, "I will not prescribe any lethal prescription to anyone, nor will I offer any such advice." To preserve the sanctity and dignity of life and prevent doctors from abusing their training, this has been mandated. Nevertheless, there comes a point when it is appropriate for the doctor to discontinue further attempts to prolong suffering and allow death with dignity while treating patients with terminal illnesses and incurable life-threatening diseases.
  • Responsibilities to Patients: A doctor is not required to treat every patient who seeks his services. He must, nonetheless, morally ....
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