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    New Brunswick physicians’ perspectives towards Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
    (University of New Brunswick, 2024-03) Robertson, Caitlin Michelle; Richard, Emily
    Medical assistance in dying (MAiD) is an important policy and practice issue, and physicians play an instrumental role in accessing this service, therefore, it is vital to understand the factors that influence their decision regarding the provision of MAiD. This project aimed to understand what is shaping the views of New Brunswick physicians surrounding MAiD. Through one-on-one interviews with 15 New Brunswick physicians and using Straussian grounded theory methodology, three main categories were identified: 1) personal worldview and ethics, 2) role as a physician, and 3) autonomy and choice. From these findings, the physician’s identity emerged as the primary factor that impacted their views on this topic. It was found that their personal, social, and professional identities were all important contributors shaping their views towards MAiD. Understanding what shapes these views helps us better understand these physicians and could potentially help mitigate any barriers to access for patients.