Emanuel Medical Ethics

Emanuel Medical Ethics, developed by Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, offers a framework for making ethical decisions in healthcare. It emphasizes four principles: autonomy (respecting patients' choices), beneficence (promoting patients' well-being), non-maleficence (avoiding harm), and justice (ensuring fair treatment). This approach aims to balance individual rights with the broader needs of society, particularly in complex situations like resource allocation or end-of-life care. By applying these principles, healthcare providers can navigate ethical dilemmas while prioritizing patients' needs and the greater good.