Affiliation:
1. Institute of Mental Health, Singapore
2. Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Abstract
Psychiatry is often fraught with uncertainties and complex situations which give rise to particular ethical issues. However, there is still a dearth in formal training in psychiatric ethics. In this perspective by a clinician, researcher and bioethicist, a case is made for a special status in medical ethics and the need for the incorporation of a structured educational programme in psychiatric ethics during residency training. This educational process should also include the acquiring of certain virtues and competencies.
Key words: Bioethics, Medical education, Psychiatry, Residency, Virtues
Publisher
Academy of Medicine, Singapore