Welcome to the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Ethics. The institute serves as a center for ethics education, service and scholarship at a local, regional and national level.
HSC Ethics provides advice to health care providers, researchers and to state leaders; educational opportunities to HSC faculty and learners; and information to patients, families, and the community.
A series of discussions for healthcare providers, hospital staff, learners and members of the community. This year, the New Mexico legislature enacted the Elizabeth Whitefield End-of-Life Options Act. This statute creates a new legal right for New Mexicans. Adults diagnosed with a terminal illness, who have a prognosis of less than six months to live and are mentally and physically capable of, now have the option to request, obtain, and medication to end their lives and suffering.
HSC Institute of Ethics is organizing a series of discussions about Medical Aid in Dying. Healthcare providers, hospital employees, learners, teachers, and members of the public are invited to attend these discussions and examine some of the complex issues that are raised by the law.
If you would like to participate, please email rkreidldear@sauld.unm.edu to RSVP. The zoom link will be provided upon your registration.
HSC Ethics Fund helps facilitate awards, training and meetings. We host conference speakers, seminars and retreats. The fund provides equipment, scholarships, travel and program assistance. Your donation supports our mission and helps improve lives in our communities.
