The Association of Physicians, the Association of Dental Surgeons and the Association of Midwives shall ensure that the principles of morality, probity, competence and devotion essential to the practice of medicine, dentistry or the profession of midwife are upheld and that all their members observe their professional duties and the rules laid down in the Code of Ethics provided for in article L. 4127-1. They help to promote public health and the quality of care.
They ensure the defence of the honour and independence of the medical profession, the profession of dental surgeon or that of midwife.
They may organise any mutual aid and pension schemes for the benefit of their members and their beneficiaries.
They carry out their mission through the councils and disciplinary chambers of the Association.