Professionalism in radiology: ideals and challenges.
OBJECTIVE
The Physician Charter defines the obligations of professionalism as being based on three fundamental principles and 10 professional commitments. Choices faced in the daily clinical practice of radiology may present as challenges because of conflicts between the ideals of professionalism and the realities of practice and personal interests of the physician.


CONCLUSIONS
The true medical professional strikes a mindful balance that realizes a stimulating and fulfilling practice of medicine without compromise of patient care.
1 Department of Radiology, Thomas Jefferson University, 132 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5244.
Ethan J
EJ
Halpern
John M
JM
Spandorfer
D032781:Codes of Ethics; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D006801:Humans; D010819:Physician's Role; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D011787:Quality of Health Care; D011871:Radiology / Q000941:ethics* / Q000592:standards*