TOURISM TRANSPLANT debate

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1 Week 6 Scenario and Reflection Essay In this week's scenario, "Tourism Transplant" is the subject of discussion. According to speaker Dr. O'Connor, patients are getting organ transplants abroad to avoid waiting lists and costs in the US, and this is a major issue that is only becoming worse (Tosh, n.d.-a). He states that it isn't always easy to track down the organs' original source. Many donors receive relatively little compensation for their organ donations. After taking part in the transplant, these donors could experience remorse and depression in addition to perhaps developing their own medical issues (Tosh, n.d.-a). All of this can also suggest that American patients who are willing to fly overseas to receive transplants are more important than the lives of impoverished donors in other nations (Tosh, n.d.-a). In contrast, Dr. Reynolds contends that before completely condemning the practice, it is important that we refrain from allowing a small number of negative instances to taint the entire situation. According to her, there exist internationally conducted transplant procedures that adhere to government standards, thereby guaranteeing the safety of patients and the ethical acquisition of organs (Tosh, n.d.-a). In addition, it would be unjust to deprive patients whose lives are in jeopardy of these opportunities only because of our lack of capacity to effectively combat the trade of illegal organs (Tosh, n.d.-a). The removal of any alternative restricts patient autonomy and has the potential to hinder advancements in the field of medicine (Tosh, n.d.-a). Prior to listening to the scenario, I personally did not have any significant inclination toward the subject matter of "tourism transplant," so consequently, I wasn't holding a definitive stance on the topic beforehand. I did find the issue to be new and stimulating for thought. I did have a certain level of familiarity with the issue of the black-market organ trade, as I come

2 from the third-world country of the Philippines. Sadly, the nation is regarded as having one of the highest incidences of illegal organ trading and trafficking. After examining both perspectives presented in the debate, it is my opinion that option D is the most ethical. Option D acknowledges the validity of Dr. O'Connor's viewpoint while also emphasizing the importance of considering Dr. Reynolds' position. It recognizes that the issue of transplant tourism is a matter of significant concern, and it requires us to identify and address unethical practices while also proposing possible solutions (Tosh, n.d.-a). Nevertheless, it is essential to use caution to avoid offending or trespassing upon the interests of other nations on the global stage (Tosh, n.d.-a). Several countries that have been plagued with issues related to black-market organs are currently implementing various changes. The United States frequently faces allegations of imposing its perspectives on nations that may hold different opinions. It is necessary for us to express our opinions. However, it would be more advantageous to communicate with them in a manner that demonstrates cultural sensitivity (Tosh, n.d.-a). This closely relates to the consequentialist theory of utilitarianism. The ethical theory of utilitarianism states that individuals ought to engage in actions that maximize the overall good for the largest possible number of people (Tosh, n.d.-b). Option D promotes overall welfare for the greatest number of individuals. By selecting option D, the points presented by both Dr. O’Connor and Dr. Reynolds are acknowledged, regulation issues are identified, we are able to put out and formulate a professional opinion consensus with the ultimate goal of establishing a global industry standard for ethics without offending other nations, patient autonomy and freedom remains unrestricted and progress in medical advancements is not impeded.

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