Ep 8: Medical Aid in Dying – Compassion, Choice, and the Ethics of the Final Chapter

In this powerful episode of Death Demystified, Dr. Andrea Deerheart is joined by special guest Dr. Sanjivan Kohli to explore Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)—a deeply compassionate, controversial, and often misunderstood end-of-life option. Together, they discuss who MAiD serves, how the process works in California, the ethical complexities, and what it means for patients, families, and care providers. This is a must-listen conversation for anyone seeking to understand autonomy, dignity, and choice at the end of life.