The role of bioethics in the value system of healthcare organizations: socio-cultural analysis

Introduction. Focusing on a patient’s individual values has a beneficial effect on all participants of the treatment process. In such a situation the individual’s commitment to treatment is maximal. On the other hand, taking into account the ratio of treatment results to the costs of their provision by the health care system will optimize costs, and competition between medical organizations will improve the quality of medical care. Due to the fact that the relationships of all subjects involved in the CHC are based on different principles, conflicts inevitably arise. Each of them has individual characteristics and value guidelines. Therefore, the science of bioethics is called upon to carry out ethical regulation.

The materials and methods. Regulatory documents of the state and international level, the materials are scientific works of modern researchers in the field of bioethics have been used. The method of socio-cultural analysis through document analysis has been chosen as a main methodological approach.

The results. Study of the influence of bioethics principles on the value bases of medical services.

Discussion and conclusion. The implications of bioethics in the value bases of medical services of the CHO system are fundamental. Bioethics prioritizes human dignity, respect for the individual and the desire for the well-being of each patient. The integration of bioethical principles into the daily practice of medical institutions, personnel training and the creation of an appropriate ethical culture are the key to the successful functioning and development of the CHO, ensuring the provision of truly patient-oriented and ethically impeccable medical care. The main influence of bioethical principles on the value bases of medical services is strengthening the principles of a patient’s autonomy, implementing the principle of beneficence and non-harm, strengthening the principles of justice, developing the ethical competencies of health workers, influencing the development and implementation of medical technologies, strengthening trust between the patient and the health care system.

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