The goal of introducing medical humanity courses is no other than to instill a sense of empathy in the mind of students while training them to be competent physician responsible to himself, his patients and to the whole society. Traditionally, physicians in Taiwan served not only to enhance health, but were also active as social justice maintainer. People came to see physicians not only because they were ill but also sought advice to solve community conflicts, social problems etc. Physicians who were usually the highest educated and respected persons in a village were often elected to civil offices. Physicians were expected to be socially active and responsible besides being health care givers.
Responsibility is about accountability and commitment.
Responsible persons conscientiously and consciously commit themselves to a task of life and readily accept accountability for its success and failure. They enter into the task, aware of its potential and its risks. Responsibility is not a thing but a relationship between people, or a person to a situation. As long as my goal is reached, my job is done. This is a teleological response emphasizing on end.