The Practical Guide to Medical Ethics and the Law (2nd Edition)

Chloe Baxter, Mark Brennan, Yvette Coldicott, Maaike Moller

Pastest Ltd

ISBN: 1904627315

Published: 27 June 2005

Ethics is a subject that has become increasingly important in undergraduate medical programmes, and more recently postgraduate examinations.  Legal aspects of medicine is something that is specifically tested in the MRCGP exam, and one where candidates usually perform poorly.

This guide offers an introduction to the key concepts in medical ethics as well as the important legal issues facing doctors today.  This second edition has expanded the core material, with updated information on new laws and cases since the first edition.

The book is presented in 6 chaptes covering how to study and teach ethics, the basics of the bioethical approach, and the legal aspects of medical care.  the final two chapters explore the issues through numerous cases studies, and look at practical advice from real cases from various specialties.

The book is written in a clear, easy to read way.  The case studies really make it easy to understand the principles, and act as a catalyst to help you think about the issues for yourself.

This is an excellent resource for anyone with an interest in medical ethics and the law - from doctors preparing for the MRCGP examination to practising GPs.

Dr Mahibur Rahman

Site Editor

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