The Importance of Ethical Resource Allocation in the ICU
Summary: An analysis and discussion about the current state of resource allocation in the ICU setting.
Speaker:
Hayley B Gershengorn, MD FCCM ATSF
Professor, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Adjunct Associate Professor, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Video Editor:
Editor: Kyle Swartz, DO
Key points
- Resource allocation is a necessity of ICU care delivery
- Studies suggest that ICU outcomes are affected by resource allocation.
- Existing policies for resource allocation vary substantially and may unethically allocate resources. Further study is needed.
The protocols and recommendations described in these videos do not constitute medical advice or treatment nor should they be considered replacement of the patient / physician relationship or a physicians professional judgement. ATS and the creators of the videos disclaims all liability for treatment, diagnosis, decisions and actions taken or not taken in reliance of information taken from this website.
