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The patients autonomy always, always should be respected, even if

The patients autonomy always, always should be respected, even if it is absolutely contrary – the decision is contrary to best medical advice and what the physician wants. – Jack Kevorkian

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As a medical doctor, it is my duty to evaluate the situation with as much data as I can gather and as much expertise as I have and as much experience as I have to determine whether or not the wish of the patient is medically justified. – Jack Kevorkian

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Am I a criminal? The world knows Im not a criminal. What are they trying to put me in jail for? Youve lost common sense in this society because of religious fanaticism and dogma. – Jack Kevorkian

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