Mark Siegler
About the Author
Mark Siegler, MD, is a distinguished physician, ethicist, and professor emeritus of medicine at the University of Chicago, where he founded and directed the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics, the nation's oldest program dedicated to medical ethics education. With over four decades of experience, Siegler has shaped the field through his pioneering work on clinical decision-making, patient autonomy, and the ethical challenges of modern healthcare. His seminal book, Clinical Ethics: A Practical Approach to Ethical Decisions in Clinical Medicine, Seventh Edition (LANGE Clinical Science), remains a cornerstone text for medical professionals worldwide, offering clear, actionable guidance on navigating complex moral dilemmas in patient care. Siegler's contributions extend to numerous articles, lectures, and policy initiatives, emphasizing practical ethics that bridge theory and real-world practice.
