Do Doctors in the USA still believe in the Hippocratic oath?

Question

The Hippocratic Oath is an oath traditionally taken by physicians pertaining to the ethical practice of medicine

Answer 1

The Oath has served me well. I have been in practice for 30 years. My own paraphrasing is "First, practice good medicine."

Answer 2

Well, sort of. The original hippocratic oath includes provisions against abortion and euthanasia, and physician assisted suicide, so you will find many doctors whose beliefs and practices may differ from those provisions. There are also items about supporting the person who taught you medicine and supporting his children if he's unable. That's not practiced much anymore.

That said, the overwhelming majority of doctors do still believe in doing no harm, (weighing risks and benefits of course. Chemo does harm, but it's ultimately for a benefit), patient confidentiality, respect, and the other ethical principles set forth.

Answer 3

Yes, the other "Oath of Maimonides" is one my class swore. is similar in its intent to hold one's self to account as a practitioner of the healing arts and not just a profiteer or business man.
It is a guide and a reminder that we are not gods.
Old MD

Answer 4

You wouldn't think so. I think what they are into now is the materialistic oath, Thou Shall Get More Money than The Patient can afford.

I hear a lot of patients are going to places like Singapore for non elective surgery because the prices are so much more affordable.

Answer 5

doctors world-wide are being offered the chance to opt out of taking the oath.
i know they have the choice here in the UK & think it's being extended everywhere.
which is a pity, the first & most important part is the first part.
To Do No Harm, if doctors are given the option of ignoring that bit, it is bound to cause problems.