PROGRAMME 2 Essential Ethics
Core principles for everyday clinical decision-making
One Programme Three CPD activities Earn up to 6 CEUs
Case study: You are fat and it is your fault
EARN 2 ETHICS CEUs
This case study explores the ethical considerations for the care of a patient with obesity requiring urgent surgery for suspected cancer, in terms of the four pillars of ethical medical practice – patient autonomy, justice, beneficience and non-maleficience.
The essential role of compassion in contemporary medical practice
EARN 3 ETHICS CEUs
This article examines the indispensable role of compassion in modern medicine. It argues that clinical excellence must also encompass empathy and ethical care for healthcare systems to thrive.
Continuing medical education: the journey continues
EARN 1 ETHICS CEU
This report explores ethical clinical practice, highlighting ethical codes across cultures, the contribution of modern advances to ethical care, and practical action points for the busy clinician.
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