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Ethics, Professionalism, Physician Employment and Health Care Business Practices

ACP Ethics and Professionalism

In a constantly changing practice environment, fundamental ethical principles that guide physicians – beneficence (putting patient interest first), non-maleficence (do no harm), respect for patient autonomy, and justice – should also be applied to decision-making about business practices.  This ethics case study explores the ethical obligation of the physician to put patient welfare over self-interest while navigating, the realities of business practices, employment terms, and contracts.

First, read the case study. After reading, ACP members can take the CME/MOC survey for free.

CME/MOC:

Up to 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™ and MOC Points
Expires June 12, 2026   active

Cost:

Free

Format:

Journal Articles

Product:

ACP Ethics and Professionalism