Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research

Year: 2008

Resolution Number: 28

Action Taken: Approved as Amended

Status:

Author(s): Donald P. Condit, MD, Patrick J. Droste, MD, and Jay P. LaBine, MD

Sponsor: Domenic R. Federico, MD

On behalf of: Kent County Delegation

Committee: E (Science & Education Affairs)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS respect the diversity of opinion amongst Michigan physicians regarding human embryonic stem cell research and that MSMS adopt a neutral position regarding human embryonic stem cell research; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That MSMS develop through the Bioethics Committee a series of forums over the next year including one at the 2009 House of Delegates to explore the implications of human embryonic stem cell research and provide membership with definitions, research, studies, and ethical considerations.

Fiscal Note: NULL

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