Dr. Stefanie Green and What Physicians Need to Know about MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying)

Episode Overview: Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Stefanie Green, MD, a leading expert in Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and author of the bestselling memoir This is Assisted Dying: A Doctor’s Story of Empowering Patients at the End of Life. This insightful discussion covers:
• Scope of practice;
• Patient eligibility;
• Clinical availability;
• Differences between Canadian and U.S. systems;
• Role of End of Life (EOL) Doulas; and
• Step-by-step process from patient request to provision.
Hear how physicians can address MAiD requests with professionalism, compassion, and informed conversation.
About the Expert: Stefanie Green, MD, has extensive experience in general practice, maternity, and newborn care. Since 2016, she has focused on MAiD. Key roles include:
• Founding President, Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP)
• Co-Lead, Canadian MAiD Curriculum Project
• Medical Advisor, BC Ministry of Health MAiD oversight committee
• Moderator, CAMAP’s national online community of practice
• Speaker on MAiD locally, nationally, and internationally, including a TEDx talk
• Clinical faculty member at the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria
Listen Now: Gain valuable insights from Stefanie Green, MD, on what every physician needs to know about MAiD. Ensure you are well-equipped to handle patient requests with professionalism and compassion.
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