Ética Profesional y Seguridad del Paciente: Una Relación Indi-soluble en la Práctica Sanitaria Contemporánea

Professional ethics and patient safety are essential components for ensuring safe, humane, and efficient healthcare. This article analyzes the interaction between these two dimensions from an updated, evidence-based theoretical perspective. Fundamental concepts are reviewed, international patient safety policies are contextualized, and the impact of professional ethics on the prevention of adverse events is discussed. Finally, the article reflects on the need to institutionalize an ethical organizational culture as a cornerstone of healthcare system transformation.