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AMA Code of Medical Ethics

Code of Medical Ethics overview
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Code of Medical Ethics Preface & Preamble
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Why does the medical profession need a code of ethics?
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AMA Ethics Pearls in Practice Series
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Ethical Obligations of Medical Directors

Physicians must uphold core obligations when taking on roles that require them to use their medical knowledge on behalf of third parties.

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Ethics Guidance for Physicians in Nonclinical Roles

Physicians earn and maintain the trust of their patients and the public by upholding norms of fidelity.

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Surgical Co-Management

Such arrangements should be made only to ensure the highest quality of care.

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Soliciting Charitable Contributions from Patients

Physicians are encouraged to participate in fundraising and other solicitation activities.

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Political Communications

Physicians should refrain from initiating political conversations during the clinical encounter.

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Informing Families of a Patient’s Death

Physicians should give foremost attention to the family’s emotional needs and the integrity of the patient-physician relationship.

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Professionalism in the Use of Social Media

Physicians and trainees have an ethical responsibility to weigh a number of considerations when maintaining a presence online.

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Electronic Communication With Patients

When physicians engage in electronic communication they hold the same ethical responsibilities to patients as they do during other clinical encounters.

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Genetic Testing of Children

Genetic testing of children implicates important concerns about the minor patient’s present and future autonomy and best interests.

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