Promise

These were the declaration by imu MBBS graduands during the oath taking ceremonay. I personally found these words were meaningful!! It would be my guidance as a doctor. I hoped that I kept my promises and served the society with all I could.

Now that I am about to enter the noble profession of medicine,

I solemnly commit myself to observing its highest standards and traditions

In caring for patients and in the pursuit of scientific knowledge,

I shall at all times act in ways that show respect for human life and dignity.

I shall always and only use my medical skill and knowledge for the good humanity,

in healing the sick and injured, in preventing ill-health, in relieving pain and distress,

in overcoming disability, in preventing untimely death

and in caring for the comfort and well-being of those who are at the end of their lives.

I shall seek always to deserve the trust of patients.

To this end I shall be truthful in my dealings with them, defend their interests,

show due regard for their wishes, preserve the secrets which they confide in me as their doctor,

as far as my duty to society as a whole will permit, and act fairly between one patient and another

I shall respect patients' values, beliefs and traditions, especially where they differ from my own

I shall never abuse in any way the trust placed in me as a doctor

I shall seek constantly to improve my medical knowledge and skills,

and to share these with my colleagues and students, in order that we may serve our patients better

I shall carry out my professional duties, including teaching and research,

with honesty and integrity.

In this and other ways I shall treat my colleagues in the profession and related professions

with respect and cooperate with them for the good of patients

And, by an honorable life in the eyes of God, and in the service of humanity,

I shall bring credit to this University and those who have taught me