Farr Curlin
Josiah C. Trent Professor of Medical Humanities and Co-Director of the Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative (TMC) at Duke University. His ethics scholarship focuses on moral questions raised by religious differences in physicians’ practices, and he is an active palliative medicine physician.
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Nov 5, 2024 • 39min
Helping Patients Who Are Dying or Helping Patients to Die? | Prof. Farr Curlin
Farr Curlin, a prominent figure in medical humanities and palliative care at Duke University, delves into the ethical complexities of end-of-life decisions. He discusses the critical balance between alleviating suffering and honoring dignity in hospice care. Curlin emphasizes the importance of personal agency and spiritual engagement during the dying process. He also addresses the contentious issue of physician-assisted suicide, examining patient autonomy and the societal implications, particularly for marginalized groups, advocating for compassionate care over normalization of death.
Aug 20, 2024 • 42min
What Does Conscience Have to Do with Healthcare? | Dr. Farr Curlin
Dr. Farr Curlin, a leading expert in medical humanities from Duke University, dives deep into the ethical dilemmas facing healthcare providers. He discusses the clash between personal moral beliefs and professional obligations, particularly around controversial medical services like abortion and gender-affirming care. Curlin critiques how professional organizations handle conscience objections, emphasizing the need for sound conscience in medical practice. This enlightening dialogue encourages reflection on the ethics of healthcare and the complexities that practitioners face.
Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 6min
Dr. Farr Curlin - "In Support of Dying Well"
Dr. Farr Curlin, an expert in end-of-life care, discusses the importance of palliative care in enhancing quality of life at the end stage. Topics include ethical dilemmas in end-of-life care, cultural perspectives on death, patient requests for assisted death, and the impact of reducing treatment on the quality of dying.
Mar 5, 2024 • 43min
Helping Patients Who Are Dying Or Helping Patients To Die? | Prof. Farr Curlin
Professor Farr Curlin discusses the challenges in providing quality care for terminally ill patients, emphasizing the balance between relieving suffering and facilitating a meaningful death. The podcast also explores the ethical dilemmas surrounding palliative care, physician-assisted suicide, and the erosion of trust in the physician-patient relationship.
Feb 26, 2021 • 51min
So You Want to Be a Doctor? Medicine as Instrumental Job vs. Sacred Vocation | Dr. Farr Curlin
Dr. Farr Curlin discusses the shift from viewing medicine as a job to recognizing it as a sacred vocation, focusing on finding purpose and integrity in the field. The podcast explores the impact of burnout and industry on healthcare professionals, emphasizing the importance of practicing medicine with love, faithfulness, and integrity. It also delves into reframing medicine from cures to care, advocating for changes that prioritize patient well-being over efficiency.
