Citation

Kuczewski MG, Mejias-Beck J, Blair A. AMA J. Ethics 2019; 21(1): E78-85.

Affiliation

An associate professor of family medicine at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois, where she is also director of the Center for Community and Global Health.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, American Medical Association)

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2019.78

PMID

30672423

Abstract

Clinicians whose practice includes a significant immigrant population report a climate of fear adversely affecting their current patients. Increased immigration enforcement targeting undocumented immigrants increases these patients' stress and negatively affects their willingness to seek medical care. To address these concerns, this article draws upon the literature and the authors' experience to develop guidance on sanctuary doctoring. These materials provide opportunities for patients to open a dialogue about their immigration concerns and can assist clinicians in connecting patients to networks and resources that can address their needs. The materials are designed to be used in single, brief clinical encounters.

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