About the book

The Encyclopaedia of Islamic Medical Ethics is a landmark scholarly work that offers a comprehensive and deeply structured exploration of bioethical issues through the lens of Islamic teachings and contemporary medical practice. Thoughtfully organized into 14 detailed chapters, this compendium provides a systematic and accessible framework for navigating the complex ethical challenges encountered across modern healthcare.
Authored by Muslim physicians from across the globe, the Encyclopaedia bridges classical Islamic scholarship with contemporary Western ethical paradigms, creating a robust foundation for ethical reasoning grounded in the Qur’an and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SA) and his progeny. It serves as both a theoretical and practical guide—addressing not only foundational principles of medical ethics and research integrity, but also the nuanced realities of clinical decision-making.

The work spans a wide range of critical topics, including the ethics of life and death, organ transplantation, reproductive health, and emerging biomedical fields such as genetics and tissue engineering. It also examines the ethical implications of rapidly evolving technologies—including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cybersecurity—alongside considerations of environmental stewardship and global responsibility.

Beyond clinical and technological domains, the Encyclopaedia delves into essential areas such as documentation ethics, publication standards, and plagiarism, while also grounding readers in key philosophical concepts necessary for understanding human nature and moral reasoning. It further addresses public health ethics, caregiving responsibilities, and specialized medical disciplines, offering timely reflections on ethical challenges highlighted by recent global health crises.

As a result, the Encyclopaedia of Islamic Medical Ethics stands as an indispensable resource for scholars, healthcare professionals, and students alike—bridging faith, ethics, and medicine to provide enduring guidance in an increasingly complex world.