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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