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Canadian Journal of Anesthesia/Journal canadien d'anesthésie

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01-02-2017 | Review Article/Brief Review

Professionalism in anesthesia

Author: Homer Yang, MD

Published in: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia/Journal canadien d'anesthésie | Issue 2/2017

Abstract

Purpose

Is professionalism in medicine just another bureaucratic imposition on our practice or a fundamental concept for physicians at all stages in their career? In this review, the historical perspectives of professionalism are explored as well as the what, why, and how questions concerning this topic.

Source

The key words “professionalism” and “anesthesia” were used to conduct a search of the PubMed database, the policies and publications of relevant Canadian and international physician regulatory bodies and organizations, historical documents, and other internet publications.

Principal findings

Professionalism in anesthesia has a long history. While there are many definitions for professionalism, some very dated, all are based on virtues, behaviour, or professional identity. Professionalism plays a central role in the balance between physician autonomy and social contract, and it has a significant impact on patient safety and medicolegal litigation.

Conclusion

Considerable evidence exists to suggest that professionalism must be treated seriously, particularly in these times of social accountability and budgetary pressures.

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Title: Professionalism in anesthesia
Author: Homer Yang, MD
Publication date: 01-02-2017
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia/Journal canadien d'anesthésie / Issue 2/2017
Print ISSN: 0832-610X
Electronic ISSN: 1496-8975
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12630-016-0738-3

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Professionalism in anesthesia

Abstract

Purpose

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Principal findings

Conclusion

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