Patient Autonomy: Quality of Life and Healthcare Proxies

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May 04 2023
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Series: Einstein Medical Halacha

Venue: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Gemara:
Avoda Zara,  Bava Metzia,  Yoma 

Collections: R' Shimmy Steinmetz Medical Halacha

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Continuing our discussion on halacha's view of patient autonomy. What is the halachic status of a patient's healthcare proxy? Does patient have autonomy to make decisions about their quality of life?

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