The Declaration of Geneva
(Written in 1948 and amended to the current
form in 1983 by the World Medical Association.)
I solemnly pledge myself to consecrate my life to the service of
humanity;
I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude which is their
due;
I will practice my profession with conscience and dignity;
The health of my patient will be my first consideration;
I will respect the secrets which are confided in me, even after the
patient has died;
I will maintain by all means in my power the honor and the noble
traditions of the medical profession;
My colleagues will be my brothers;
I will not permit considerations of religion, nationality, race, party
politics or social standing to intervene between my duty and my patient;
I will maintain the utmost respect for human life from its beginning
even under threat and I will not use my medical knowledge contrary to the laws
of humanity;
I make these promises solemnly, freely, and upon my honor.