Hippocratic oath

NOUN

doctor's promise

Synonyms

WEAK

doctor's oath

Example Sentences

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Doctors are bound by the Hippocratic oath to place patient welfare first, protect confidentiality, and avoid harm.

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2026

"I have said it before and I'll say it again: I am not a poisoner... I have always upheld the Hippocratic oath," he stated.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

Please, empower OBs to apply their medical expertise and honor their Hippocratic oath.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024

Since then, the Hippocratic oath to “do no harm” has been incorporated into the humanitarian lexicon.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2023

On the day I swore to uphold the Hippocratic oath, the small hairs on the back of my neck stood up as I waited for lightning to strike.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver