Ethics of Medical Doctors [Arstieetika]

Name of code

Ethics of Medical Doctors [Arstieetika]

Originator of code

Union of Estonian Medical Doctors [Eesti Arstide Liit]

Country

Estonia

Original language

Estonian

Year of creation

2008

Type of code

Other

Main frame of accountability

Professional

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Procedural

Diversity

Yes

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The Estonian Code of Medical Ethics was developed by the Union of Estonian Medical Doctors, and it applies to all medical doctors in Estonia. The Code outlines various sections, including the doctor’s relationship with patients, colleagues and the profession. The Code emphasizes both professional confidentiality and loyalty to the profession, colleagues and patients and emphasizes an evidence-based approach.

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