A pioneer in the theory of pluralistic casuistry, the idea that
there are almost as many facets to moral choices as there are cases
that call for choices, Baruch Brody takes issue with conventional
bioethical wisdom and challenges the rigid principalism of
contemporary bioethics. His views have been seen as controversial,
but they are firmly held, and convincingly argued -- all of which
have led him to be one of the most widely discussed and highly
admired bioethicists of our time. He argues for the fundamental
distinction between active and passive euthanasia, for a need to
reconceptualize approaches to brain death, and for the right of
providers to unilaterally discontinue life support. He shows
support for the waiving of the requirement of informed consent for
some research, for the widespread use of animals in research, and
for the use of placebos in many international clinical trials.
When it comes to morality as it is practiced in medicine, Brody
makes clear that the ethical issues are never as simple as black
and white -- that there are myriad factors and fine nuances that
can and should challenge decision making as it is commonly
practiced in difficult medical cases. In this collection, delving
thoughtfully and systematically into methodology, research ethics,
clinical ethics, and Jewish medical ethics, he tackles thorny
life-and-death questions head-on and fearlessly. He casts a light
into all the corners of end-of-life decisions -- a field in which
he has exemplary credentials -- while illuminating a new
understanding of morality and ethics.
The introduction outlines Brody's approach, defines the
terminology used, and contrasts his ethical positions with much of
the competing literature. "Taking Issue" will be invaluable to
students and scholars in medical ethics, bioethics, and philosophy
of medicine.
General
| Imprint: |
Georgetown University Press
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| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
September 2003 |
| First published: |
September 2003 |
| Authors: |
Baruch A. Brody
(Leon Jaworski Professor of Biomedical Ethics and Director)
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| Contributors: |
Baruch A. Brody
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| Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
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| Pages: |
304 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-87840-398-1 |
| Categories: |
Books
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| LSN: |
0-87840-398-1 |
| Barcode: |
9780878403981 |
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