The Medical Assistant Code of Ethics

 The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) has established The Medical Assisting Code of Ethics. This code emphasizes the importance of respecting patients, keeping private information private, promoting public health and making an effort to always keep learning. Its members pledge to:

"Render service with full respect for the dignity of humanity.

Respect confidential information obtained through employment unless legally authorized or required by responsible performance of duty to divulge such information.

Uphold the honor and high principles of the profession and accept its disciplines.

Seek to continually improve the knowledge and skills of medical assistants for the benefit of patients and professional colleagues.

Participate in additional service activities aimed toward improving the health and well-being of the community."