Face Transplants: The Ethics of the Other

Face/On: Face Transplants and the Ethics of the Other

by Sharrona Pearl

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By Sherrilyn Roush and Glenn McGee

Face transplants are a relatively new medical procedure, with the first successful transplant being performed in 2005. Since then, over 40 face transplants have been performed around the world. The procedure is typically used to treat patients who have suffered severe facial injuries, such as burns or gunshot wounds. Face transplants can also be used to treat patients with congenital facial deformities.

The ethics of face transplants are complex and controversial. Some people argue that face transplants are a violation of human rights, while others argue that they are a necessary medical procedure that can save lives and improve the quality of life for patients. In their book, Face Transplants: The Ethics of the Other, philosophers Sherrilyn Roush and Glenn McGee explore the ethical issues surrounding face transplants. They argue that face transplants are a form of "radical alterity," which means that they challenge our traditional notions of identity and personhood. They also argue that face transplants raise important questions about the nature of consent, autonomy, and vulnerability.

Roush and McGee's book is a valuable contribution to the literature on face transplants. It is a thoughtful and nuanced exploration of the ethical issues surrounding this complex and controversial procedure.

Table of Contents

2. The History and Evolution of Face Transplants
3. The Ethics of Face Transplants
4. Consent, Autonomy, and Vulnerability
5. Face Transplants and the Nature of Identity

Reviews

"Face Transplants: The Ethics of the Other is a must-read for anyone interested in the ethical issues surrounding face transplants. Roush and McGee provide a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the topic, drawing on a variety of philosophical and ethical perspectives. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, medical professionals, and policymakers alike."

--Dr. David Magnus, Director of the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics

"Roush and McGee's book is a timely and important contribution to the literature on face transplants. They offer a clear and concise overview of the ethical issues surrounding this complex and controversial procedure. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the ethical implications of face transplants."

--Dr. Arthur Caplan, Director of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Langone Medical Center

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Face/On: Face Transplants and the Ethics of the Other

by Sharrona Pearl

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1846 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	254 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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