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Ethical challenges for doctors working in immigration detention.

Authors :
Sanggaran, John-Paul
Ferguson, Grant M.
Haire, Bridget G.
Source :
Medical Journal of Australia; 10/6/2014, Vol. 201 Issue 7, p377-378, 2p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The author discusses the ethical challenges faced by health professionals working at immigration detention center in Australia. The author states that doctors may feel ethical responsibility to voice concerns but may conflict with their obligations to employer. The author mentions that the work culture of detention centers discourage expression of personal concerns.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025729X
Volume :
201
Issue :
7
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Medical Journal of Australia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
99173643
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5694/mja14.01014