The discourse surrounding medical error and its ethical implications has become a pivotal focus within healthcare. Thus, this thesis aims to delve into the multifaceted aspects of and influences on medical error and its disclosure, with each chapter progressively shedding light on their complexities and ethical considerations. The overarching argument posits that despite society’s general intolerance for errors and a recognized aim for perfection, error remains an unavoidable and inevitable aspect of the practice of medicine and medical training. There exists an inherent fallibility in healthcare juxtaposed against the gravity of the profession and its consequent medical and legal ramifications when something goes awry. The following ten chapters collectively highlight the intricacies of error management in healthcare through discussions on societal expectations, medical training, error analysis, accountability, systemic influences, patient-provider relationships, legal implications, and bioethical tenets. Ultimately, advocating for a cultural shift towards greater transparency, collective accountability, systemic quality improvement, and support for healthcare professionals to address errors effectively while upholding patient safety and trust. This thesis also recognizes the ethical imperative of error disclosure and the importance of fostering a balanced approach that acknowledges both the inevitability of errors in healthcare and the significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens caused by medical errors. / Urban Bioethics