Sadly, MAID will tarnish the profession's culture and "death doctors" will emerge. It will become an increasingly sought after quick fix. Access to counselling that is available and affordable is the glaring obstacle that could alleviate much suffering and be the effective alternative. If physicians are placed in a vulnerable position where they feel unable to conscientiously object to being a participant, more will transition away from front line family practice.
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