What is a Bioethics Committee?
A Bioethics Committee consists of a group of individuals
from different walks of life - doctors, nurses,
clergy, psychologists, patient representatives,
social workers and community representatives - who
are available to discuss difficult questions and
issues regarding quality of life with a patient
and his or her family and friends.
What does the Bioethics Committee do?
When to treat or not treat a patient
T he use of respirators and feeding tubes
A decision about a Do Not Resuscitate Order
How do I contact the Bioethics Committee?
If you wish to speak with a member of the NUMC Bioethics
Committee, ask your physician, nurse, or other caregiver
to contact a committee representative on your behalf.
You can also request that a Patient Representative
do so by calling 572-5713, 572-5714 (English speaking),
or 572-5338 (Spanish speaking). A clergy member
will speak with the Bioethics Committee for you
as well. Call 572-3195 to reach our Chaplains Office.
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