American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 201, Issue 1 , Pages 3-4 , July 2009

Professional integrity, respect for autonomy, and the self-regulation of reproductive endocrinology

  • Frank A. Chervenak, MD

      Affiliations

    • Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY
    • Corresponding Author InformationReprints: Frank A. Chervenak, MD, Department Obstetrics and Gynecology, New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center, 525 East 68th St., J130, New York, NY 10021
  • ,
  • Laurence B. McCullough, PhD

      Affiliations

    • Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX

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PII: S0002-9378(09)00537-7

doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2009.05.029

American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 201, Issue 1 , Pages 3-4 , July 2009