I'm a doctor and a terminally ill patient is begging for assisted suicide, which is illegal in our state. Do I uphold my ethical oath to preserve life, or provide comfort and allow a dignified end, risking my career?

Richard Jenkins

Richard Jenkins

Uphold oath, preserve life9 votes (18%)
Provide comfort, risk career20 votes (39%)
Seek legal counsel, options13 votes (25%)
Suggest palliative care9 votes (18%)

51 votes total • Created 1/13/2026

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I'm a doctor and a terminally ill patient is begging for assisted suicide, which is illegal in our state. Do I uphold my ethical oath to preserve life, or provide comfort and allow a dignified end, risking my career? | asQkme