Physicians to continue examination of physician-assisted suicide

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Statement attributed to:
Andrew Gurman, M.D.
Immediate past president, American Medical Association

“Following deliberations today by the House of Delegates that reflected the thoughtful, morally admirable range of views on physician-assisted suicide, the existing guidance in the Code of Medical Ethics remains unchanged. Delegates referred the issue for additional information and discussion at a future policy-making meeting.

 

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