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“Doctors take the Hippocratic Oath too seriously, as an imperative to do everything for the patient regardless of the cost or effects on others” quote by Ezekiel Emanuel
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“Doctors take the Hippocratic Oath too seriously, as an imperative to do everything for the patient regardless of the cost or effects on others”

Ezekiel Emanuel

About This Quote

The Hippocratic Oath can be interpreted as an absolute duty to patients, potentially ignoring broader societal costs and impacts on others.

In simple terms: Blindly following the oath may harm others.

Key Takeaway

Consider wider consequences.

Themes

medical ethics duty societal impact

Mood

critical concerned

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • hospital administration
  • policy making
  • public health

Key Concepts

Hippocratic Oath resource allocation triage

Questions to Reflect On

  • How should doctors balance patient care with societal needs?
  • What limits should be placed on the oath?
A Different Perspective

Absolute duty may conflict with justice.

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