Robert L. Childress

Robert L. Childress is a bioethicist known for his work on ethical principles in healthcare. He helped develop frameworks like the "Four Principles" approach—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—to guide medical decision-making. His work emphasizes respecting patients' rights while ensuring actions benefit their well-being and fairness in resource distribution. Childress’s contributions have influenced medical ethics, policy development, and how healthcare providers approach complex moral issues, ensuring respect for individual dignity alongside societal considerations.