An oath for bioscientists

In this paper, by examining the idea of a Hippocratic Oath for scientists, promoted by Sir Joseph Rotblat, oaths for medical professionals and scientists and the definitions and relationships of different moral norms such as oaths, codes and guidelines, we propose an oath for bioscientists with justifications based on professional and organizational ethics.     

Cross-cultural communication in the physician's office.

Physicians are increasingly called on to provide care for patients whose cultures differ from their own. I describe strategies, attitudes, and investigative methods that will enhance the experience of cross-cultural medicine for both patients and physicians.