Doctor in the House: Charlie Gard

Sharon Palani, Medico Legal Lawyer | Dr George Lee, Consultant Urologist

14-Jul-17 16:00

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When doctors and parents of a baby boy Charlie Gard in United Kingdom disagree on continuing or removing his life-support system, the debate moved from the ward to the court and into public light. Who should have the final say in deciding Charlie’s fate--his doctors or parents? And what rights does a baby boy like Charlie have? Medico legal expert Sharon Palani helps us understand.

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