MPC 439 Ethics Portfolio Student Guide 2024-2025 PDF

2024/2025 Name: ID Number Round MPC Portfolio STUDENT GUIDE DOAA TAWFIK DEPARTMENT OF FORENSIC MEDICINE & CLINICAL TOXICOLOGY | [Company address]  Ethics Cases Case 1: Dr. Adel, a well-respected surgeon, has been experiencing symptoms of burnout and has star...

2024/2025 Name: ID Number Round MPC Portfolio STUDENT GUIDE DOAA TAWFIK DEPARTMENT OF FORENSIC MEDICINE & CLINICAL TOXICOLOGY | [Company address]  Ethics Cases Case 1: Dr. Adel, a well-respected surgeon, has been experiencing symptoms of burnout and has started making errors in judgment during surgeries. Recently, a patient suffered complications due to a mistake made by Dr. Adel. The hospital administration is aware of Dr. Adel's condition but is reluctant to take action because of his reputation. Discuss: (1) Should Dr. Adel continue to practice despite his burnout? (2) What is the obligation to prevent harm to patients? (3) How should the hospital balance Dr. Adel's reputation with patient safety? 1|Page Case 2: A new medication shows promise in treating a severe form of cancer but has significant side effects. Dr. Safaa has a patient, Mr. Husam, who could benefit from this medication, but there is a 30% chance of severe complications. Discuss: 1. Should Dr. Safaa prescribe the medication given the potential for harm? 2. Does the potential benefit outweigh the risks? 3. How should Mr. Husam’ preferences influence the decision? 2|Page Case 3: A hospital has one ventilator available and two patients who need it: a 30-year-old woman with a high chance of recovery and a 60-year- old successful physician who is one of 3 physicians in Egypt specializing in rare diseases. He suffers from multiple health issues. Discuss: 1. How should the ventilator be allocated? 2. What decision will result in the greatest good? 3. How do the patients’ wishes impact the decision? 3|Page Case 4: During an outbreak of a contagious disease, a patient refuses treatment and quarantine, posing a risk to the community. Discuss: 1. Should the patient’s right to refuse treatment be respected? 2. How should societal safety be balanced with individual rights? 3. What is the duty to prevent harm to others? 4|Page Case 5: During a routine check-up, a patient, Mrs. Ragia, shows signs of physical abuse but insists that she is not being abused and asks the doctor not to report anything. Discuss: 1. Should the doctor respect Mrs. Ragia’s wishes? 2. What is the obligation to prevent harm? 3. How can the doctor support Mrs. Ragia’s well-being? 5|Page