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Biomedical ethics and the biomedical engineer: a review

S Saha1, P S Saha

  • 1Department of Bioengineering, Clemson University, SC 29634-0905, USA.

Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Biomedical engineering advances medicine but presents ethical challenges. Enhanced ethics training and a code of conduct are crucial for bioengineers to navigate complex issues in research and practice.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Ethics
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • Biomedical engineering drives medical progress, improving patient care and quality of life.
  • However, technological advancements introduce complex ethical dilemmas and challenge moral values.
  • Bioengineers frequently lack sufficient training to address these issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compile and summarize complex ethical issues encountered by bioengineers.
  • To highlight the need for comprehensive ethics education in bioengineering curricula.
  • To advocate for the establishment of a professional code of ethics for bioengineers.

Main Methods:

  • Compilation of previously published papers on bioengineering ethics.
  • Synthesis of common ethical challenges faced in research and professional practice.

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  • Review of existing ethical frameworks and training needs.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified key ethical issues: conflicts of interest, resource allocation, research misconduct, animal experimentation, and clinical trials.
    • Demonstrated a gap in ethics training for bioengineering students and professionals.
    • Highlighted the importance of ethical guidance in bioengineering practice.

    Conclusions:

    • Ethics training is essential for bioengineering education.
    • A professional code of ethics is needed to guide bioengineers.
    • Addressing ethical dilemmas is critical for responsible innovation in biomedical engineering.