Wisdom of the World Medical Association (to one forgotten anniversary)
Authors:
Marta Munzarová
Published in:
Čas. Lék. čes. 2015; 154: 244-246
Category:
History of Medicine
Overview
Background.
The idea to found an international medical organization was born in July 1945 at the informal conference of doctors from several countries which was held in London. This date represents the very beginning of The World Medical Association. We can therefore celebrate its 70th anniversary and above all to congratulate WMA for keeping the true wisdom of medical ethics and therefore also the integrity of the medical profession to this day. In any medical decision the best interest of individual patient should be considered first.
Keywords:
World Medical Association (WMA) – medical ethics – doctor-patient relationship – Helsinki declaration – Resolution on euthanasia
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