Law And Ethics Relating To Medical Profession

Medical Law has emerged as a significant area of legal study. Advances in medical science and technology as well as greater prominence in patient autonomy has redefined the relationship between law, ethics and medicine. Rights of patients, duties of medical professionals and accountability of healthcare institutions are now shaped by a growing body of legislations, regulatory standards, professional guidelines and judicial decisions.

Law and Ethics Relating To Medical Profession authored by Professor Dr Puteri Nemie Jahn Kassim, explores key medico-legal issues and provides reader with the necessary knowledge of the legal and ethical principles governing medical practice. This updated version covers key topics including informed consent, confidentiality, medical negligence, reproductive health, end-of-life care, mental health and serves as an invaluable resource for a clear understanding of issues surrounding the complex interface between law, ethics and medicine.

The author, Dr Purei Nemie Jahn Kassim, who holds a Phd in Law is a Professor at the Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia. She has written and published extensively in local and international journals in the area of medical law. Dr Puteri has been an academic lawyer since 1993.