Medical Assistance in Dying

Episode 3: Medical Assistance In Dying - Part 2 A Patient's Story

Episode 3: Medical Assistance In Dying -  Part 2 A Patient's Story

Kim Martyn shares her patient story of living with cancer. Kim talks about what led her to apply for MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying). She shares how she has included her daughters in her decision and the difficulty of choosing a date for MAID.

This is Part 2 of 2 episodes on Medical Assistance in Dying. Part 1 is a discussion with doctors who provide the treatment.

Episode 2: Medical Assistance In Dying - Part 1 Physician's Experience

Episode 2: Medical Assistance In Dying -  Part 1 Physician's Experience

Doctors Amy Nolen and Debbie Selby share their experience as providers of MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying). In 2016, Canada passed a law that decriminalizes medically assisted deaths despite controversy among the health care community and Canadian population. The doctors discuss the difficulties in navigating the patients requests and legalities. Drs Amy and Debbie describe how MAID deaths can look and feel different for family and friends.

This is Part 1 of 2 episodes on Medical Assistance in Dying. Part 2 will feature an interview from a patient.