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Table 1 Attribute groups used in this study of professionalism among ophthalmologists

From: Medical professionalism in ophthalmology: design and testing of a scenario based survey

Group

Attributes

Attribute question number

1-Personal characteristics

Honesty and integrity; Reliability and dependability; Reflective practice

3,4,6,9,17,22,24,27,33

2-Doctors-patient relationships

Respect for Patient autonomy, confidentiality and privacy; Showing compassion; treating patients fairly without prejudice

1,5,7,15,18,19,31

3-Workplace practices and relationships

Being responsible for commissions and omissions; Being accountable for one’s own actions; Working in teams

2,8,10,11,12,13,14 16,20,23,25,26,29,35

4-Socially responsible behaviors

Law-abiding behaviour; Avoidance of substance and alcohol abuse; Making effective use of the available resources

32

5- personal well-being of doctor

Looking after own health and well-being; Being mindful of personal appearance

30

  1. Missing: 21, 28