Medical law, or "droit m茅dical" in French, encompasses the legal principles and regulations governing the practice of medicine, the doctor-patient relationship, and healthcare delivery. It addresses issues such as medical malpractice, patient rights, consent to treatment, confidentiality, and the regulation of healthcare professionals and institutions. The primary goal of medical law is to ensure that healthcare is provided safely, ethically, and in accordance with established legal standards, protecting both patients and medical practitioners.