Medical ethics and Islam: principles and practice
Open Access
- 1 January 2001
- journal article
- research article
- Published by BMJ in Archives of Disease in Childhood
- Vol. 84 (1), 72-75
- https://doi.org/10.1136/adc.84.1.72
Abstract
A minimum level of cultural awareness is a necessary prerequisite for the delivery of care that is culturally sensitive. In this paper we simplify and highlight certain key teachings in Islamic medical ethics and explore their applications. We hope that the insights gained will aid clinicians to better understand their Muslim patients and deliver care that pays due respect to their beliefs.Keywords
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