Medical Ethics and Professionalism. Ethics and Professionalism ACP is devoted to policy development and implementation on issues related to medical ethics and professionalism, and is a resource for ACP members and the public.
Learn More ACP Ethics Manual, Sixth Edition The ACP Ethics Manual is intended to guide physicians in making ethical decisions in clinical practice, teaching and medical research. MOC and CME credits are available to ACP members and Annals subscribers for completion of an online educational activity and are offered free of charge. Read the ACP Ethics Manual, Sixth Edition Physician Charter on Professionalism The Physician Charter on Professionalism was developed through a collaboration between the ABIM Foundation, the ACP Foundation and the European Federation of Internal Medicine. ACP received an ABIM Foundation “Putting the Charter into Practice” grant to develop physician education materials addressing stewardship of health care resources. Read the Physician Charter. Issues Involving Medical Negligence.
Medical negligence occurs when a medical practitioner is negligent in treating a patient or when he fails to take proper action on a patient’s medical condition.
Medical negligence is a valid cause for a medical malpractice claim. The following acts may constitute medical malpractice: • Failure to diagnose or evaluate• Misdiagnose of a disease or medical condition• Failure to provide proper treatment• Unreasonable delay in treatment of an illness or condition • When a client does not give informed consent to a medical procedure Claims resulting from medical negligence may vary. Here are common types of medical negligence claims: • Birth Injury Claims – This is the most common type of medical negligence claim which includes complications ranging from injuries to the baby, infant death, cerebral palsy or brachial plexus injury. Claims in a Medical Negligence Case However, victims of medical negligence are entitled to receive the following compensation: Cancer In Plain English – Cancer Information. Lung Cancer Treatment November 8th, 2009 The treatment of lung cancer depends on various factors, but one main factor is the type of lung cancer.
Lung cancers can be divided into two basic types. One type is called a Small Cell Lung Cancer and the other type is called a Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Small Cell lung cancer is the more aggressive type. Avastin November 6th, 2009 When an army moves forward, it needs to make sure that its SUPPLY LINE is able to keep up with it. Tarceva Tarceva is a drug commonly used to treat several types of non-small cell lung cancer. Clinical Trials Home Page. Clinical trials are research studies that involve people.
Understanding what they are can help you decide if a clinical trial might be an option for you. Or maybe you have a friend or family member with cancer and are wondering if a clinical trial is right for them. We’ve provided basic information about clinical trials to help you understand what’s involved in taking part. This includes information about the benefits and risks, who is responsible for which research costs, and how your safety is protected. We also have a tool to help you search for clinical trials. What Are Clinical Trials? Clinical Trials are research studies that involve people. Paying for Clinical Trials As you think about taking part in a clinical trial, you will face the issue of how to cover the costs of your care. Deciding to Take Part Like all treatment options, clinical trials have possible benefits and risks.
Questions to Ask Selected NCI-Supported Trials. Specific Cancers, Problems, Treatments, and Situations. CancerGuide is more about how to research your options than it is about giving you specific information on your cancer - I couldn't hope to maintain that kind of information.
So this article is links to good sites I've found about specific cancers and situations. I also have a few articles with pointers to a bit more. The big exception is my extensive kidney cancer section where I review the treatment for the cancer I had in depth. Steve's Information on Specific Cancers, Situations, and Treatments Steve Dunn's Kidney Cancer Page Over 40 articles on kidney cancer! Other Sites for Information on Specific Cancers This is a highly selected list of websites devoted to specific cancers with in depth original information. Male and Female Reproductive System Cancers Common Solid Tumors Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support and Education Some excellent basic information - be sure to check out their Lung Cancer Manual!
Lymphomas, Leukemias, and Malignant Marrow or Blood Disorders Rare Cancers.