Title :
A code of bioethics for promoting biomedical engineering
Author :
Monzon, Jorge E.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Univ. Nacional del Nordeste, Corrientes, Argentina
Abstract :
The biomedical engineering profession is conceptually dynamic and its scope widens frequently to incorporate new disciplines and specialties. Engineers currently engage in a wider range of activities and BME stands as a clear example of strong multidisciplinary integration. We present a Code of Ethics which summarizes the broad scope of professional issues and responsibilities for biomedical engineers. Discussing the statements of such bioethical code has been instrumental in promoting the BME profession among high school and undergraduate students.
Keywords :
biomedical engineering; ethical aspects; Code of Ethics; bioethics; biomedical engineering; professional issues; professional responsibilities; Biological materials; Biomedical engineering; Biomedical materials; Design engineering; Educational institutions; Engineering in medicine and biology; Ethics; Humans; Instruments; Law; Bioethics; Biomedical Engineering; code of ethics; education;
Conference_Titel :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 2004. IEMBS '04. 26th Annual International Conference of the IEEE
Conference_Location :
San Francisco, CA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-8439-3
DOI :
10.1109/IEMBS.2004.1404448
