Ethics and Professionalism-AAOS Guide to Professionalism and Ethics in the Practice of Orthopaedic Surgery

AAOS Guide to Professionalism and Ethics in the Practice of Orthopaedic Surgery

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The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has developed ethical guidelines for orthopaedic surgeons, emphasizing patient care, professionalism, and communication. They support health care reform that prioritizes patient well-being and access to care, and they advocate for fair reimbursement and continuous coverage for Medicaid and SCHIP beneficiaries. The AAOS also addresses issues related to financing health care, patient empowerment, continuity of care, specialty care, industry relationships, and other areas such as medical liability reform and health information technology. They also provide guidance on providing second opinions, improving access to emergency orthopaedic care, ensuring surgical safety, preventing sexual misconduct, and conducting ethical research. In addition, they highlight the importance of using patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) to assess outcomes and improve patient care in orthopedic procedures.

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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

ethical guidelines

patient care

health care reform

access to care

fair reimbursement

continuity of care

specialty care

patient reported outcome measures

orthopedic procedures