N.S regulatory group, some Christian doctors clash over medical assitance in dying
Summary
A group of Christian doctors object to the conscientious objection policy, where healthcare workers who refuse to provide medical service on religious grounds must refer the patient to a facility that administers those services. These doctors face potential disciplinary action for not following the referral protocol in conscientious objection. Many physicians object to referring patients to MAiD services because they believe euthanasia does not reflect what is in “the best interest of the patient”.
Relevance
The article’s relevance to the project is that it sheds light on Catholic physicians' perspectives on the policy that a conscientious objection on religious grounds must include a referral to an institution that will provide this service. Catholic doctors are concerned with the impact that refusing to adhere to this policy will have on their careers.