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Healthcare Ethics Concerns

Updated 2026-06-24 12:25 UTC 1 source Negative

A patient received a request for a donation from their hospital after gallbladder surgery. The practice raises ethical questions about the appropriateness of such solicitations.

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I had my gallbladder removed. After I got home, the hospital asked me for a donation. Is this ethical?

“The letter asked whether I had a favorite caregiver and if I would like to make a contribution in their honor.”

2026-06-24 12:15 UTC