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Right to Die Ethics Case Sparks Hospital Debates
Decades after the Karen Ann Quinlan decision, ethical questions persist as hospitals expand ethics committees and investigate end of life policies. The Quinlans faced the first publicized withdrawal from a respirator, while Mercy Hospital and St. Luke’s adapt with committees and living wills guiding patient wishes. Dr. Gaylin and Dr. Callahan frame ongoing debates on sanctity versus quality of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Julie Quinlan
Karen Ann
Mrs. Quinlan
Alexandra Gekas
National Society of Patient Representatives
American Hospital Association
Commission For the Study of Ethical
St. Luke’s Hospital
Nancy Schirm
Schirm
Willard Gaylin
Hastings Center
Hastings-On- Hudson
N.Y
Daniel Callahan
Gaylin