What does the Declaration of Geneva require of physicians?

• A. The health of my patient
• B. Personal reputation
• C. Financial gain
• D. Public health

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that a physician’s first duty is to the health of the patient. The Declaration of Geneva explicitly states that the health of my patient will be my first consideration, which places patient welfare at the top of the physician’s obligations. This oath represents a modernization of the Hippocratic pledge, emphasizing that decisions should prioritize the patient’s well-being, autonomy, and dignity. While professional integrity, avoiding harm, and other ethical commitments are important, they support the central aim of protecting and promoting the patient’s health, not personal reputation, financial gain, or broader public health goals as the primary obligation.