The journal editor writes about his work as a bioethicist and the importance of balancing the influence of various forces that impact those working to solve real-world problems in the field of medicine.

An ethical case describes an accident where a minor is killed while bungee jumping and her older brother must decide if her wishes to be an organ donor should be honored.

Physicians must maintain their professional and ethical duties to patients even in light of health care corporations employing a growing number of physicians.

The AMA's Code of Medical Ethics sets the standard for professional conduct for U.S. physicians, and all medical students and physicians should have a cost-effective means to access its content.

Genetic cloning and stem cell research are currently regulated by NIH guidelines but will continue to be a subject of medical, moral, and ethical debate.

The medical profession has been the subject of satirical portrayals from the 17th century through current times, but the common belief remains that physicians must seek the best interests of their patients.

Placing a black band across the face of a patient's photo published in a medical publication does not adequately protect the patient's privacy and anonymity, as evidenced by the image of Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa with a black band across her eyes.

A Peace Corps physician in Africa profiles some of his physician colleagues working in Africa in his most recent online journal entry and encourages others to step into the field of international health.

A patient with chronic myelogenous leukemia shares her personal and physical experiences during her illness and her optimism for a new treatment.

A medical student serving on the AMA's Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs describes the inner workings and responsibilities of the Council.

An emergency physician describes how end-of-life care in the emergency room has broadened over time from a model that involved resuscitating all patients with CPR to a one that includes palliative/compassionate care programs and respect for advance directives.

Little-known trivia about origami, paper airplanes, and real airplanes.

While the advent of direct-to-consumer marketing of prescription drugs makes them known to the general public, the physician is the gatekeeper for legally prescribing medications and can help the patient better understand the costs and benefits of different treatment options.

Kristen Ries, an infectious disease expert and full-time faculty member of the University of Utah, is recognized as a role model for her dedication to mentoring medical students and her compassionate treatment of patients with HIV/AIDS.