The Medical Assistant's Creed and Code of Ethics...

AAMA Medical Assistant Creed:

• I believe in the principles and purpose of the profession of Medical Assisting.
• I endeavor to be more effective.
• I aspire to render a greater service.
• I protect the confidence entrusted in me.
• I am dedicated to the care and wellbeing of all patients.
• I am loyal to my employer.
• I am true to the ethics of my profession.
• I am strengthened by compassion, courage and faith.

AAMA Medical Assistant Code of Ethics:

Members of AAMA dedicated to the conscientious pursuit of their profession, and thus desiring to merit the high regard of the entire medical profession and the respect of the general public which they serve, do pledge themselves to strive always to:

• Render service with full respect for the dignity of humanity.
• Respect confidential information obtained through employment unless legally authorized or required by responsibile 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 collegues.
• Participate in additional service activities aimed toward improving the health and well-being of the community.