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Area of Science:

  • Philosophy of Medicine
  • Bioethics
  • Medical Humanities

Background:

  • Philosophical concept of "Sorge" (care) by Martin Heidegger.
  • Care relations extend to newborns, elderly, nonhuman animals, and healthcare professionals.
  • Biomedical knowledge deeply influences human existence and practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the concept of care within bioethics.
  • To examine the multifaceted nature of care work in healthcare settings.
  • To highlight the inherent challenges and complexities of bioethical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Philosophical analysis of Martin Heidegger's concept of "Sorge".
  • Observational insights from scholars at The Hastings Center.
  • Qualitative examination of caring relations in healthcare.

Main Results:

  • Bioethics, in its ideal form, is identified as a demanding "care work".
  • Caring relations are central to bioethical scholarship and practice.
  • The practice of bioethics involves a wide spectrum of human concerns and interactions.

Conclusions:

  • Care is a defining characteristic of human existence and bioethical engagement.
  • Bioethics requires acknowledging and navigating the difficulties inherent in care work.
  • The Hastings Center exemplifies genuine scholarly care in bioethics.