The Way of Medicine: Ethics and the Healing Profession

In The Way of Medicine, authors Farr Curlin and Christopher Tollefsen challenge the prevailing model of medicine that prioritizes economic exchange over the deeper ethical responsibilities of physicians. They advocate for a return to a more profound understanding of medical practice, emphasizing the doctor-patient relationship, the concept of health as the ultimate goal, and ethical considerations ranging from the beginning to the end of life. This accessible yet intellectually engaging exploration is aimed at medical students, healthcare professionals, and scholars of bioethics, encouraging a re-evaluation of what it means to be a good doctor in today's landscape. Published by the University of Notre Dame Press, the audiobook brings this important discussion to a wider audience.