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Bioethics for clinicians: Hinduism and Sikhism

Primary Author: Harold Coward, University of Victoria

Peer-reviewed article from the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) describing how Hindu and Sikh beliefs may impact the provision of health care. The article includes "Essential qualities of ethical approaches to communication and caregiving involving Hindu and Sikh patients" and two case examples.

Date Last Modified 11/01/2000 Article, Case example/study

Islam and Medicine Course

Primary Author: Malika Haque, Ohio State University (OSU) College of Medicine and Public Health

Course materials covering the behavioral and cultural aspects and beliefs of Muslim patients in the clinical ambulatory setting, as well as the management of hospitalized and critically ill patients. Originally created for called Islam and Medicine for the Medical Humanities course in the OSU College of Medicine, but designed for all medical students, residents, physicians and health professionals. Introduction and slideshows provided here through the Islamic Medical Association of North America.

Date Last Modified Course curriculum, Lecture presentation, Tutorial