An opinion on radiography, ethics and the law in South Africa

Authors

  • Harriet Rosanne Etheredge Steve Biko Centre for Bioethics, School of Clinical Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

Keywords:

Informed consent, role extension, perverse incentives, sonography, mammography

Abstract

This opinion article explores a range of ethical issues that could impact on the daily work of all radiographers. The article focuses on informed consent, over servicing and unqualified persons performing radiographic and ultrasound examinations. The aim of the article is to lay the groundwork for future debates regarding the issues which are presented.

Author Biography

Harriet Rosanne Etheredge, Steve Biko Centre for Bioethics, School of Clinical Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

Harriet Etheredge holds an MScMed degree in Bioethics and Health Law from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. Currently working at the Steve Biko Centre for Bioethics, Harriet is involved in lecturing and research. She has presented at conferences both locally and in the United States. Harriet has authored and contributed to numerous articles and book chapters. She is also the author of a book entitled: “Looking at the Living Will: Your Death, Your Dignity and Your Doctor” and she sits on the Wits Human Research Ethics Committee (Medical).

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Published

2011-05-16

Issue

Vol. 49 No. 1 (2011)

Section

Original Articles

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