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When I took the Hippocratic oath and was effectively 'sworn in' as a doctor, I took the same vow that doctors have taken for generations. Patient autonomy is core to this oath.

The patient's autonomy always, always should be respected, even if it is absolutely contrary - the decision is contrary to best medical advice and what the physician wants.

Patients are empowered by having better access to their own health information, and then by owning their own data.

Whether it's possible or not, being a doctor, you take an oath. To care for your patient, not to kill them. You take an oath to do things that are proper in the medical world. Not to administer something outside of a hospital setting that's not even your area.

Every profession will have its rogues, of course, no matter what oaths are sworn, but many health care professionals have a real commitment to serving the best interests of their clients.

If I'm at the front line and refuse to treat a patient, it's considered a crime. As a physician, this is my oath. I'm going to treat everyone regardless.

Doctors have an ethical duty to follow the practices and standards of care.

I mean, everybody should have access to medical care. And, you know, it shouldn't be such a big deal.

I'm strongly for a patient Bill of Rights. Decisions ought to be made by doctors, not accountants.

Patients have the right to help themselves.