Section outline

  • "As changing market forces continue to confront the medical profession, physicians are increasingly challenged to maintain an unwavering commitment to their patients." [IMAP Agenda].

    Competence (learning outcome) for this Topic:

    Be able to identify and apply the key ways in which commitment to patients' interests may be maintained.

    The Topic will cover the following areas:

    Adherence to ethical principles (Honesty/ integrity, Confidentiality. Moral reasoning, respect privileges and code of conduct)

    Effective interaction with patients and people important to those patients (Respect for diversity / uniqueness, Politeness / courtesy / patience, Empathy / caring / compassion / rapport, Manner / demeanor, Include patients in decision making, Maintain professional boundaries, Balance availability to others with care for oneself)

    Effective interaction with other people working in the health system (Teamwork, Respect for diversity / uniqueness,Politeness / courtesy / patience, Manner / demeanor, Maintain professional boundaries, Balance availability to others with care for oneself)

    • Resources: Altruism and commitment to patients' interests Page
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    • Reflection on altruism Forum
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      Wlikinson and Wade et al state that “altruism,” rather than being inferred as meaning subjugating oneself for others, contrasts with maintaining a healthy work–life balance, so adopted the concept, “Balance availability to others with care for oneself.” Do you agree? If so, why?