Doctors caution N.S. policy on medical assistance in dying could drive out some MDs

Some Nova Scotia doctors are arguing a recently approved regulation requiring they make referrals for medical assistance in dying could drive physicians from their practices and harm recruitment.

They warned that the policy passed May 24 by the Nova Scotia College of Physicians and Surgeons could worsen the province’s shortage of family doctors if the regulator censures those who refuse to obey it.The association said in a news release that 41 physicians in the province have signed a letter stating they’re unwilling to follow the policy, potentially putting them at risk of discipline.

Health Health Latest News, Health Health Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

MAID lawsuit shines spotlight on faith-based health organizationsSt. Paul's Hospital is pictured in Vancouver, British Columbia on Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
Source: CBC - 🏆 32. / 63 Read more »

Quadriplegic man’s MAID death from bedsore results in public inquiry being orderedDuring his hospital stay, the Quebec man developed a major pressure sore on his buttocks. In late March, he received medical assistance in dying to put an end to his suffering.
Source: GlobalCalgary - 🏆 50. / 61 Read more »

Access to MAID, abortions raises questions about the limits of B.C. faith-based health careGlobal News reached out to many faith-based organizations to speak about their perspective, however, some never returned any messages or declined to comment.
Source: GlobalCalgary - 🏆 50. / 61 Read more »