The Forever Child Pt.2: Do Parents Always Know Best?


This week we continue our deep dive into growth attenuation therapy. Our experts explain why parents may choose this path for their child, the gaps in care for people with profound disabilities, and how much of a voice the disabled community should have on this choice.


Guest Information:

  • Dr. Benjamin Wilfond, Investigator, Treuman Katz Center for Pediatric Bioethics and Palliative Care, Professor in Division of Bioethics and Palliative Care and Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine
  • David Carlson, Executive Director, Disability Rights Montana

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