Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Lucie Opatrny"
- Lucie Opatrny's recent research emphasizes the ethical considerations in healthcare decision-making, particularly concerning prioritization of resources during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, as exemplified by her study on public views about tiebreaker criteria for adult critical care allocation in Quebec and Ontario.
- Her work also explores the implications of health policies on surgical care access during the pandemic, highlighting potential long-term consequences stemming from the reduction of non-emergent surgeries to accommodate COVID-19 patients.
- Additionally, Opatrny has investigated the intersection of personal beliefs and legal frameworks in end-of-life care, revealing a significant discrepancy between physicians' prior opinions and their post-legalization practices regarding medical aid in dying in Quebec.
