This journal explores ethical considerations in healthcare, including patient autonomy in medication choices, the nature of doctor-patient relationships in different cultural contexts, and the ethics of sex selection. It also addresses violence against healthcare workers, the ethical implications of human brain organoids, communication and care interactions in intensive care units, ventilator allocation during pandemics, and the use of care robots for individuals with dementia.
National University of Singapore, Department of Biological Sciences, Centre for Biomedical Ethics
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Is the ISSN verified?
1793-8759 / 1793-9453
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Scopus
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Peer review process documented?
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
PhilosophyQ1
Health PolicyQ3
Health (social science)Q3
Issues, Ethics and Legal AspectsQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
EthicsMedical Ethics
Scopus Categories
PhilosophyIssues, Ethics and Legal AspectsHealth (social science)Health Policy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Ethics in medical practiceEthics in Clinical ResearchPatient Dignity and PrivacyPalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesBiomedical Ethics and RegulationEthics and Legal Issues in Pediatric HealthcareReproductive Health and TechnologiesArtificial Intelligence in Healthcare and EducationMedical Malpractice and Liability IssuesDemographic Trends and Gender Preferences