The Course
Integrity is more than a professional value. It is the foundation of clinical care, medical education, and patient trust. This course invites medical students, trainees, and healthcare professionals to engage with real-world ethical dilemmas and reflect on the meaning of practicing with integrity.
Through case-based discussions, interactive scenarios, and practical examples, we explore the challenges that arise in academic, clinical, and team environments. The course encourages honest dialogue and critical thinking, helping participants develop the confidence to act with courage, honesty, and professionalism.
This course does not expect perfection. It invites you to reflect, grow, and lead by example in a healthcare culture built on trust and respect.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
✔ Define integrity within the context of medicine
✔ Identify common integrity-related challenges in training and practice
✔ Apply ethical principles to real-life clinical situations
✔ Respond professionally when values are tested
✔ Promote a culture of honesty, accountability, and mutual respect
Course Curriculum
Your instructor
Dr. Karyna Davis Irons has a rich background that spans clinical practice, medical ethics, and education. Karyna brings invaluable insight and experience to her role as an educator.
Her journey through the medical field has been marked by commitment to patient care and advocacy, equipping her with a deep understanding of the moral complexities and challenges that healthcare professionals face daily.
As a teacher of "Integrity in Medicine," Karyna integrates her hands-on experience with her passion for ethical discourse, creating a dynamic and thought-provoking classroom environment.
She believes that integrity is the cornerstone of medical practice and is deeply invested in nurturing this quality in her students.
By guiding future medical practitioners to prioritize honesty, transparency, and compassion in their work, Karyna aims to inspire a new generation of healthcare providers who will carry the torch of ethical responsibility forward.