A Perilous Profession : The Dangerous Lives of Doctors / Kerry Breen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Breen, Kerry, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Medical ethics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (182 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

North Melbourne, Vic : Australian Scholarly Publishing Pty Ltd, [2023]

Summary:

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the risks and challenges faced by doctors and other healthcare professionals, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses various dangers such as infectious diseases, mental health issues, and legal challenges, as well as the physical and mental well-being of doctors. The author aims to inform both the public and prospective medical students about the realities of the medical profession and to propose measures for enhancing the safety and well-being of healthcare workers. The book also addresses gaps in ethical codes guiding medical practice and reflects on the evolution of these challenges over recent decades. Generated by AI.

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Other Format:

Print version: Breen, Kerry A Perilous Profession

ISBN:

9781923068506

OCLC:

1402817392