Affiliation:
1. Dr D Y Patil Dental College & Hospital
Abstract
Abstract
Introduction: Informed consent is a foundation of modern medical practice. It is a process that bridges the gap and leads to the interaction between the health care provider and the patient. One of the four key principles of biomedical ethics outlined by Beauchamp and Childress works to defend patients' autonomy.1 An ethical and legal need is to obtain a proper informed consent. The doctor has a moral obligation to uphold patients' human dignity while seeking informed consent.3 Aim: To evaluate the perception of doctors towards informed consent in a quaternary care hospital. Material and method: A questionnaire was prepared and distributed among the doctors personally. Results: Consultants and senior residents of both clinical and nonclinical departments have adequate awareness and knowledge of medical ethics. Conclusions: Any medical professional must prioritise patient satisfaction. It is largely influenced by informed consent, which is a medico-legal contributing factor. In order to bridge the gap between professionals and their knowledge, awareness, and ethical practises, efforts should be made to sensitise them. Possible interventions include conferences, symposiums, and workshops on health care ethics.
Publisher
Research Square Platform LLC
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