FACULTY OF MEDICINE

2015/2016 ACADEMIC SESSION

PPD SEMINAR YEAR 1 : MEDICAL ETHICS 24.10.16 08.00 am to 09.00 am

Learning Objectives:

1. Define medical ethics

2. Explain ethical values. Explain the present day oath taken by all doctors in Malaysia as
recorded in the MMA ethics code..
3. Summarize the need for medical ethics in society.
4. Differentiate between values, ethics and morals.
5. Illustrate the clash between medical ethics and moral codes .

Seminar topics:

1. Define Medical Ethics. Explain what are values, ethics and morals. (1 speaker)
2. Medical Oath. MMA ethics code meaning of oath taking. (3 speakers)
3. How do individuals decide what is ethical? Non-rational and rational approaches to ethics
(2 speakers).
4. Physician values (compassion, competence and communication skills, and the role of
physician autonomy 2 speakers)
5. Role of the MMA and WMA (2)
6. What does a physician do when there is a clash between different values (the law, ethical
practice codes and personal values/morals)? (2)

Instructions to students:

Research your topic as much as possible. Ask you lecturer for research material if necessary.
Your presentation should have about 6 -10 slides. Time limit for each speaker is 4 minutes.
Make a Cover slide and give headings to transition slides. Your last slide should list the references.
ASSESSMENT OF PRESENTATION
Components Sophisticated (Grade A - B)
(A=80-100; B=70-79%)
Organization
Presentation is clear, logical, and
organized. Listener can follow
line of reasoning.
Style
Level of presentation is
appropriate for the level of
education. Presentation is a
planned conversation, paced for
audience understanding. It is not
a reading of a paper. Speaker is
comfortable in front of the group
and can be heard by all.
Use of Communication aids enhance
Communication presentation.
Aids The font on the visuals is
readable.
Information is represented
and organized to maximize
audience comprehension.
Details are minimized so that
main points stand out.
Content
Depth of Content Speaker provides accurate and
complete explanations of key
concepts and theories, drawing on
relevant literature. Applications
of theory illuminate issues.
Listeners gain insights.
Accuracy of
Content Information (names, facts, etc)
included in the presentation is
consistently accurate.
Use of Language
Grammar and Sentences are complete and
Word Choice grammatical. They flow together
easily. Words are well chosen;
they express the intended
meaning precisely.
Freedom from Both oral language and body
Bias (e.g., language are free from bias.
sexism, racism, ,
ageism, etc.,)
Responsiveness
to Audience
Verbal Consistently clarifies, restates,
Interaction and responds to questions.
Summarizes when needed.
Body Language Body language reflects comfort
interacting with audience
Prepared by Dr Madhumita Sen
Competent (Grade C D)
(C=60-69; D=50-59%)
Presentation is generally clear and
well organized. A few minor points
may be confusing.
Level of presentation is generally
appropriate. Pacing is sometimes
too fast or too slow. Presenter
seems slightly uncomfortable at
times, and audience occasionally
has trouble hearing him/her.
Communication aids contribute to
the quality of the presentation.
Font size is mostly readable.
Appropriate information is
included.
Some material is not supported
by visual aids.
For the most part, explanations of
concepts and theories are accurate
and complete. Some helpful
applications are included.
No significant errors are made.
Listeners recognize any errors to be
the result of nervousness or
oversight.
Sentences are complete and
grammatical for the most part.
They flow together easily. With
some exceptions, words are well
chosen and precise.
Oral language and body language
are free from bias with one or two
minor exceptions.
Generally responsive to audience
questions and needs. Misses some
opportunities for interaction.
Body language reflects some
discomfort interacting with
audience.
Not yet Competent (Grade E - F)
(E= 45 50; F = < 45%)
Organization is haphazard; listener can
follow presentation only with effort.
Arguments are not clear.
Aspects of presentation are too
elementary or too sophisticated for
audience. Presenter seems
uncomfortable and can be heard only
if listener is very attentive. Much of
the information is read.
Communication aids are poorly
prepared or used inappropriately.
Font size is too small to read.
Too much information is
included.
Details or some unimportant
information is highlighted, and
may confuse the audience.
Explanations of concepts and/or
theories are inaccurate or incomplete.
Listeners gain little from the
presentation.
Enough errors are made to distract a
knowledgeable listener.
Listeners can follow presentation, but
they are distracted by some
grammatical errors and use of slang.
Some sentences are halting, or
incomplete.
Oral language and/or body language
includes some identifiable bias.
Some listeners will be offended.
Responds to questions inadequately.
Body language reveals a reluctance to
interact with audience.