Dr. Stefanie Green and What Physicians Need to Know about MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying)

Episode Overview: Host Mike Sacopulos interviews Stefanie Green, MD, a leading expert in Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and author of the bestselling memoir This is Assisted Dying: A Doctor’s Story of Empowering Patients at the End of Life. This insightful discussion covers: • Scope of practice; • Patient eligibility; • Clinical availability; • Differences between Canadian and U.S. systems; • Role of End of Life (EOL) Doulas; and • Step-by-step process from patient request to provision. Hear how physicians can address MAiD requests with professionalism, compassion, and informed conversation. About the Expert: Stefanie Green, MD, has extensive experience in general practice, maternity, and newborn care. Since 2016, she has focused on MAiD. Key roles include: • Founding President, Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP) • Co-Lead, Canadian MAiD Curriculum Project • Medical Advisor, BC Ministry of Health MAiD oversight committee • Moderator, CAMAP’s national online community of practice • Speaker on MAiD locally, nationally, and internationally, including a TEDx talk • Clinical faculty member at the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria Listen Now: Gain valuable insights from Stefanie Green, MD, on what every physician needs to know about MAiD. Ensure you are well-equipped to handle patient requests with professionalism and compassion. Learn more about the American Association for Physician Leadership.