The AMA was founded in part to establish the first national code of medical ethics. Today the Code is widely recognized as authoritative ethics guidance for physicians through its Principles of Medical Ethics interpreted in Opinions of AMA’s Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs that address the evolving challenges of contemporary practice.
When companies fail to uphold given standards and guidelines through self-regulation, quality and safety are threatened, along with the trust of the public.
Learners will recognize when physicians need consent to disclose patient information and describe the physician's responsibilities when there has been a breach of privacy.
Learners will explain why it is required to maintain sexual and romantic boundaries, and know how physicians can avoid sexual and romantic boundary violations.