Moral Principles and Medical Practice The Basis of Medical Jurisprudence

Moral Principles and Medical Practice by Charles Coppens is a rigorous, humane exploration of the ethical foundations that should guide physicians and the emerging field of medical jurisprudence. Drawing on late 19th-century scientific advances and Catholic philosophical training, Coppens maps the moral duties, professional responsibilities, and legal intersections that shape clinical conduct and public trust. Blending science and philosophy, the book surveys the principled reasoning physicians need when confronting consent, confidentiality, professional obligation, and the relationship between medicine and the law. Coppens writes for a moment when medicine was rapidly modernizing and argues that moral instruction must keep pace—offering clear, principled arguments rather than technical legalism. The text situates medical ethics within broader moral theory while addressing practical dilemmas that students and practitioners face, making complex ideas accessible and applicable. Ideal for medical students, practicing clinicians, legal professionals, and anyone curious about the history and philosophy of medical ethics, this audiobook provides a foundational perspective on how moral principles inform medical practice. Listen to gain historical insight and a thoughtful framework that continues to illuminate contemporary debates in medical ethics and jurisprudence.