This journal publishes research on ethical considerations in healthcare and research, including the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, medical decision-making, and research practices. It examines ethical challenges in various medical fields such as oncology, dementia care, and fertility preservation, as well as the ethical oversight of research in different regions. The journal also addresses issues related to professional ethics, patient autonomy, and the impact of healthcare systems on ethical practice.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Health PolicyQ1
Health (social science)Q1
Issues, Ethics and Legal AspectsQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
EthicsMedical EthicsSocial Sciences, Biomedical
Scopus Categories
Issues, Ethics and Legal AspectsHealth (social science)Health Policy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Ethics in Clinical ResearchEthics in medical practicePalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesPatient-Provider Communication in HealthcareHealthcare Decision-Making and RestraintsEthics and Legal Issues in Pediatric HealthcareOrgan Donation and TransplantationPatient Dignity and PrivacyBRCA gene mutations in cancerBiomedical Ethics and Regulation