For most people, the term “conscientious objection” evokes images of Quakers and pacifists registering to avoid military service. Many countries have a long and honourable tradition of accommodating such conscientious objectors. It might not be about bombs and bullets, but health-care professionals often find themselves fighting a conscience battle of their own.
In the UK, Canada, Sweden and other countries, conscientious objectors in health care have found the…
