Surgical Ethics - Indian Perspective
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 5
Abstract
In present day scenario relevance of this topic is to make aware our colleagues importance of ethics, when doctor –patient relationship are all time low.The word ethics is derived from the Greek word ethos which means “Character”.Ethics is the branch of philosophy that defines what is good for the individual and for society and establishes the nature of obligations, or duties, that people owe themselves and one another. Greek healers in the 4th Century B.C., drafted the Hippocratic Oath and pledged to – “Prescribe regimens for the good of my patients according to my ability and my judgment and never do harm to anyone”. In 1847, the American Medical Association adopted its first code of ethics, with this being based in large part upon Percival work.
Authors and Affiliations
Rajneesh Kumar, Shriya Attri, Ankur Hastir, Subash Goyal
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