Medical Conduct and Practice: A Guide to the Ethics of Medicine (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William George Aitchison Robertson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332992772 ISBN 13: 9780332992778

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Practical guidance on medical ethics for practicing doctors

This nonfiction guide explains why high standards of conduct matter in medical work. It helps young doctors understand duty, character, and the impact of ethical choices on patients and the profession.

The book frames ethics as applied to daily tasks, from starting in practice to keeping patient trust. It covers how to collaborate with colleagues, handle consultations, and maintain professional integrity in routine care and serious decisions.

• What duty means in ordinary medical work and how to act with a clear conscience
• Etiquette for consultations, including how to involve colleagues respectfully
• Practical aspects of professional life, such as record-keeping and fee handling
• How to stay informed about advances while staying true to ethical principles

Ideal for readers of medical ethics and early-career practitioners seeking a firm, ethical grounding in everyday practice.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332992772
• ISBN 13: 9780332992778
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 181