Medical Ethics

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2012-02-09 Medical Ethics - Chimpanzee research ethics vs. necessity:

Jared,    This is an interesting topic and I just saw a special regarding Chimpanzee research. Animal research is not a topic that is addressed by the three major sources which are: Nuremberg Code; Declaration

2012-02-02 Medical Ethics - ethics?:

Demetrius,    There is no law in the US that mandates what a physician writes.  If the physician treats a patient and establishes a physician/patient relationship, the notes have to be able to be utilized

2012-02-01 Medical Ethics - ethics?:

Certainly. Good luck with the story.

2011-12-18 Medical Ethics - Genetic testing without knowlege or consent:

Janice,    I am not licensed to practice law in New Jersey so I cannot legally or ethically give you a legal opinion.  As a bioethicist, it is problematic that your physician would run tests without receiving