MATC 1502 01: Medical Law and Ethics

MATC 1502 - Medical Law and Ethics

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 43223,

Credit hours: 3

Course Meeting Times

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Instructor

Tracy Miller

Email: tmiller10@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Tracy Miller, MHA, CMA (AAMA)
Instructor Professional Qualifications: 

Master’s (MHA), Health Administration, Ohio University, 2015
Bachelor’s (BS), Business Management, Franciscan University of Steubenville, 2005
Associate (AA), General Studies, Franciscan University of Steubenville, 2003

Certificate, Medical Assisting, Jefferson Community College, 1995

Instructor Office Location: Cushwa Hall 1106
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-3327

Course Description

1502. Medical Law and Ethics. Types of medical practices. Legal relationship of physician to patient, i.e., professional liability, implied and informed consent, malpractice, invasion of privacy. Emphasis on professional attitude and behavior. 3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Required Law & Ethics for the Health Professions, Tenth Edition Judson/Harrison/Albright 9781264902835

McGraw-Hill Connect access required.

Law & Ethics for the Health Professions, Tenth Edition.

Judson/Harrison/Albright. McGraw-Hill Education. Main Text ISBN: 9781264902835

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
8/31 Due 8/30 at 11:59pm:
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Due 8/30 before 11:59:31pm:
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9/7 Due 9/6 at 11:59pm:
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9/21 Due 9/20 at 11:59pm:
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9/28 Due 9/27 at 11:59pm:
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Due 10/4 before 11:59:27pm:
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The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.