The Ethics and Legality of Using Personal Smartphones to take Medical Photographs

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The Ethics and Legality of Using Personal Smartphones to take Medical Photographs

Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2019, Vol 19, Issue 2

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Photography in the medical profession is an asset that may help during patients’ follow-up, monitoring the progression of diseases, getting a second opinion and in medical educational activities. Advances in technology, specifically smartphones, have enabled medical professionals to obtain high-quality photographs with minimal effort and photography experience. This article discusses the ethics and legality of using personal smartphones in a medical professional setting for medical photography. Written informed consent should always be obtained from the patient and should include details about how the photographs will be used.

Authors and Affiliations

Amal A. Al Balushi

Keywords

Photography; Smartphone; Informed Consent; Ethics; Medical Legislation; Publications; Medical Education; Oman

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EP ID EP49966
DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.18295/squmj.2019.19.02.003
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