Chronic illness Quote by Michael Bihovsky
““When a surgeon refuses to operate on you because it’s dangerous and unethical, you have no options. Just 'Here’s one more permanent loss to grieve and get used to that you didn’t even know was possible to lose.' And 'Here’s the cure! And here’s why you can’t have it.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Advocacy talk on medical ethics, 2022
When doctors deny risky or unethical treatment, patients feel powerless and forced to accept loss.
In simple terms: Denial of treatment leaves patients helpless.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for patient rights and transparent options.
Themes
medical ethics
patient autonomy
risk
loss
hope
cure
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- hospital policy review
- patient support groups
- legal counsel
Key Concepts
informed consent
ethical decision‑making
patient advocacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can protect patients from unwanted loss?
- How can clinicians balance risk and hope?
