HLSC 7101 - Ethics in Biomedical Sciences

[3 credits]

This course examines bioethical issues encountered during the delivery of healthcare and in research. Bioethical dilemmas will be analyzed in relation to specific ethical decision making frameworks and potential solutions will be identified. Ethical concepts, principles theories and decision making models will be used to evaluate research, education, practice and policy issues. Students will examine personal and professional values and ethics as they critically analyze diverse perspectives on various ethical issues.