Social contract theory as a foundation of the social responsibilities of health professionals

Welie, J.V.M.
Submitted: August, 2012

Defines the scope of the social responsibilities of health professionals in reference to the concept of a social contract. Draws on both historical data and current empirical information to analyze and examine the theoretical feasibility of deriving social responsibilities from the phenomenon of professionalism via the concept of a social contract.

Resource Type:
  • Issue Briefs/Reports
Category:
  • Social Contract
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