How to Manage Discrimination When it Happens in a Resident’s “Home” – In Conversation with Expert Clinical Ethicist, Kevin Hayes

Published on October 19, 2023

In Episode 42 of The HQ podcast, we are joined by Kevin Hayes, Senior Advisor, Clinical Ethics at the University Integrated Health and Social Services Centre for West-Central Montreal. What happens when healthcare professionals step into someone else’s home? During our conversation, we explore the concept of “home” and the ethical complexities of providing services in a place that is home to others and how to address issues of discrimination, racism or abuse when it happens in a “home” environment.

Tune in as we engage with Kevin, an expert clinical ethicist, to explore the intricacies of providing healthcare in someone’s home, in navigating the ethical dilemmas and challenges that come with it. Join us and learn what leaders can do to support staff wellness and safety in challenging situations like this.

 

About Kevin Hayes

Kevin is the Senior Advisor, Clinical Ethics at the University Integrated Health and Social Services Centre for West-Central Montreal (aka the CIUSSS) where he has worked since 2018. Kevin has a M.Sc in Experimental Medicine with a specialization in Bioethics from McGill University, graduating in 2013. He has been active in various frontline and senior management positions in the field of health & social services since 1985 including Coordinator of Professional services, ombudsperson and chair of the clinical ethics committee at CLSC Rene-Cassin (a “local community service centre”), Director of Multidisciplinary services at CSSS Cavendish (a “Health and Social Service Centre”), as well as Associate Director of Academic affairs at the CIUSSS West Central Montreal Health.

 

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