Creedal: Hope at the End of Life w/Dr. Ethan Schimmoeller
Description
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
Episode: https://creedalcatholic.pinecast.co/episode/bd3e7b1e/hope-at-the-end-of-life-w-dr-ethan-schimmoeller
Podcast: https://www.creedalpodcast.com
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