In the ever-evolving world of scientific discovery and medical advancement, physicians do their best to make recommendations with the information available to them. When the information changes or there are different viewpoints, it is important to uphold ethical standards during important conversations.
Jan Carney, MD, MPH, MACP, Director of the Division of Public Health addresses these issues in her recent article, “Ethics and Academic Discourse, Scientific Integrity, Uncertainty, and Disinformation in Medicine: An American College of Physicians Position Paper”.
The article aims to remind physicians and researchers alike of the value of honesty, objectivity, open communication, and perhaps most importantly, humility.
Read the full article here.
