Primarily, the Code of Medical Ethics contribute to competency in the medical profession arena by physicians recognizing the responsibilities of putting patients and society first, and respect to healthcare professionals and for one’s self (Pozgar, 2016, p. 222). Furthermore, the Code of Medical Ethics provides nine bylaws (Standards), which physicians are not only supposed to read and comprehend. In addition, physicians are also supposed to implement these nine bylaws in their everyday medical practices and procedures. After reading and comprehending each of the Code of Medical Ethics’ Nine Standards, it is somewhat extremely difficult for me to grasp why some physicians do not honor and/or implement these nine standards in their medical
