Episode 283 - MAID in America: Navigating Choice, Compassion, and Controversy

Episode 283 - MAID in America: Navigating Choice, Compassion, and Controversy

June 16, 2026 · 51 min

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Chadi hosts a discussion on Medical Aid in Dying with experts exploring its complexities and controversies.

Chadi hosts Dr. Chandana Banerjee of City of Hope and Kevin Diaz, CEO and President of Compassion & Choices, for a thoughtful conversation about Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) – what it is, who qualifies, how the process works, and why it remains one of the most debated issues in modern healthcare. Together, they explore the legal, ethical, and cultural complexities surrounding MAID, including the differences between MAID, assisted suicide, and euthanasia, the role of physicians and hospice ...

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Host: Chadi Nabhan

Guests: Dr. Chandana Banerjee, Kevin Diaz

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Organizations: City of Hope, Compassion & Choices

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