Historically, disability has been predominantly understood through the medical model, which views impairments as pathologies requiring intervention. While this perspective has driven advancements in medical treatment, it has simultaneously reinforced the notion of disability as a deficit or abnormality. Disability ethics is a nuanced and evolving field that repositions disability as a consequence of societal and environmental barriers, emphasizing the need for systemic changes to foster inclusion and equity. Central to disability ethics is the principle of respect for autonomy, which emphasizes the agency and dignity of individuals with disabilities. In this entry, we speak to the place of disability ethics in medicine and offer examples of its ramifications for medical practice.