Main description:

Each chapter focuses on a single area in a simple narrative.
Illustrative case reports and case studies of ethical dilemmas are provided with points for reflection/discussion.
In step with the curriculum in Medical Ethics already established in several medical colleges.
The chapters can be used to develop modules in a medical ethics program.
Additional resources (titles of relevant films, readings, and references) are provided.
The chapters have been linked to the AETCOM modules for easy reference, providing content for teaching modules.

This book provides the resource to create teaching modules in medical ethics. In this way, the book compliments the AETCOM modules and can be used to develop teaching-learning sessions.?

Contents:

Chapter 1 Introduction to Medical Ethics

Chapter 2 Principles of Medical Ethics

Chapter 3 Codes of Medical Ethics

Chapter 4 The Doctor-Patient Relationship

Chapter 5 Ethics at the Beginning of Life

Chapter 6 Ethics at the End of Life

Chapter 7 Research Ethics

Chapter 8 Emerging Medical Technologies: Ethical Concerns

Chapter 9 Ethics of Organ Donation

Chapter 10 Public Health Ethics

Chapter 11 Medical Errors and Negligence

Chapter 12 The Medical Professional and Society

Chapter 13 Publication Ethics