Ableism is a network of beliefs, processes, and practices that create an image of a "perfect" human body and mind, while disability is considered a diminished form of human existence[1]. In healthcare, ableism manifests itself as discrimination against persons with disabilities, including implicit and explicit prejudices of healthcare workers[7]. Persons with disabilities face vulnerability in medical settings because a utilitarian approach is often applied to them when deciding on treatment measures[1]. Less than 5% of medical students identify as having a disability, which is due to socioeconomic factors and the lack of available resources to support disability professionals[5]. Healthcare professionals have an ethical obligation to examine their biases and create a culture of understanding for the experiences of patients with disabilities[6]. Experts recommend introducing the perspectives of persons with disabilities into medical and bioethics courses as a means of combating medical ableism[1]. Improving the care of patients with disabilities requires the creation of more sensitive, accessible and better equipped healthcare institutions[6].