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Hope at the End of Life w/Dr. Ethan Schimmoeller
Manage episode 460888690 series 2521181
In this episode, Dr. Ethan Schimmoeller joins me to discuss the critical role of palliative care in medicine, addressing common misconceptions and the importance of understanding its purpose. We explore the intersection of Christianity and modern medicine, the historical influence of Christianity on the practice of modern medicine, the metaphysical foundations of medical practice, ethical dilemmas faced in end-of-life care, and a "care of hope."
Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:31 Understanding Palliative Care: Definitions and Misconceptions 10:45 The Shift from Cure to Care: A Philosophical Perspective 18:03 Personal Journey: Discovering Palliative Care 24:27 The Compassion Argument in Assisted Suicide 27:31 Clinical Realities: Pain Management and Palliative Care 38:00 The Influence of Christianity on Modern Movements 39:49 Metaphysical Foundations of Medicine 42:06 Palliative Care: Secular vs. Christian Approaches 45:00 Consciousness and Suffering in Palliative Care 50:58 Understanding Pain and Suffering 56:03 Ethical Dilemmas in End-of-Life Care 01:02:00 Pro-Life Perspectives at the End of Life 01:10:07 Finding Hope
160 episodes
Manage episode 460888690 series 2521181
In this episode, Dr. Ethan Schimmoeller joins me to discuss the critical role of palliative care in medicine, addressing common misconceptions and the importance of understanding its purpose. We explore the intersection of Christianity and modern medicine, the historical influence of Christianity on the practice of modern medicine, the metaphysical foundations of medical practice, ethical dilemmas faced in end-of-life care, and a "care of hope."
Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:31 Understanding Palliative Care: Definitions and Misconceptions 10:45 The Shift from Cure to Care: A Philosophical Perspective 18:03 Personal Journey: Discovering Palliative Care 24:27 The Compassion Argument in Assisted Suicide 27:31 Clinical Realities: Pain Management and Palliative Care 38:00 The Influence of Christianity on Modern Movements 39:49 Metaphysical Foundations of Medicine 42:06 Palliative Care: Secular vs. Christian Approaches 45:00 Consciousness and Suffering in Palliative Care 50:58 Understanding Pain and Suffering 56:03 Ethical Dilemmas in End-of-Life Care 01:02:00 Pro-Life Perspectives at the End of Life 01:10:07 Finding Hope
160 episodes
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