Welcome to the Medical Ethics Research Group

The Medical Ethics Research Group at the  Endocrinology  and Metabolism Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, was established as an independent unit in 2002. This initiative was in line with the growing interest in medical ethics within the country and the increasing inclination of researchers and scientists towards bioethics and modern medical ethics. Recognizing the crucial role of ethical considerations in all aspects of healthcare, the group aims to:

• Promote ethical principles and guidelines in medical research and practice.
• Conduct research on ethical issues related to endocrinology and metabolism, including but not limited to:
• Informed consent
• Patient autonomy
• Confidentiality
• Justice and equity in healthcare access
• Ethical considerations in the use of new technologies (e.g., gene editing, artificial intelligence)
• Educate healthcare professionals, researchers, and the public on ethical issues in medicine.
• Collaborate with other institutions and organizations to advance the field of medical ethics in Iran.

The cultivation of ethical awareness in our country has a deep-rooted historical precedent. As evident from the records of Islamic and Iranian civilizations, renowned physicians such as Razi and Avicenna, pioneers in medical science, emphasized the importance of ethical conduct and professional responsibility in the practice of medicine. Building upon this rich tradition, the Medical Ethics Research Group strives to contribute to the ethical advancement of healthcare in Iran.