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Physician Assisted Suicide
The advances in medical technology and prolongation of life have raised several difficult ethical issues. Physician assisted suicide has been coming at the forefront of these with attention be focused on quality versus quantity of life. Here, we will explore the various issues surrounding this ethical dilemma.
Definition of a Physician Assisted Suicide (PAS)
A definition of a physician assisted suicide.
Reasons for Seeking Physician-Assisted Suicide
Quality of life is the driving force behind seeking physician assisted suicide. Find out why...
Oppositions to Physician-Assisted Suicide
Those who are in opposition to physician-assisted suicide commonly argue for main points. Find out what they are here.
Why Both Sides are Wrong in Suicide Debate by Dr. Ira Byock
A compelling article written by Dr. Ira Byock, Director of Palliative Medicine, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Chair of Palliative Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School, about the shortcomings of each side of the physician assisted suicide debate.
Physician Aid in Dying - Physician Assisted Suicide or Aid in Dying
How do you feel about physician-assisted suicide?
