by Lois Ritter, Donald Graham

Medical Law & Professional Ethics presents the legal and ethical responsibilities associated with careers in the healthcare field. The text describes various medical laws and the legal impact experienced by professionals who are members of this community. Contemporary topics are covered at length, including the ever-important patient-professional relationship. In addition, privacy issues related to the increasingly digital format of healthcare delivery are emphasized.

Not all legal and ethical decisions related to healthcare are clear-cut, and some critical decisions are challenging, especially those related to life and death. Medical Law & Professional Ethics presents strategies for making these decisions according to federal, state, and local guidelines.

Neither medical law nor professional ethics is static, however. Advancing technologies, including those related to genetics, DNA, and electronic medical records, frequently require new legal and ethical edicts, as well as amended interpretations of existing laws and ethical standards. Medical Law & Professional Ethics provides clear explanations of ongoing dilemmas and includes tips for dealing with constantly changing guidelines.

In today’s competitive work environment, learning how to interact professionally–and legally–with customers, coworkers, and employers is one sure way to prepare for a healthcare career. No matter your career choice, Medical Law & Professional Ethics will help you jump-start your future.