Refuah & Psak

Ematai’s podcast for rabbis who support their congregants through life’s most sensitive moments. 

Join Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody as he speaks with experts to deepen your understanding of halachic and medical issues around end-of-life care with real-world halacha, medical realities, and rabbinic care. Each episode brings you practical guidance, expert insight, and thoughtful conversation, so you can be there when it matters most.

With appreciation to Murray and Basheva Goldberg for sponsoring the first season of Refuah & Psak.

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Learn more about Ematai’s General Principles for End-of-Life Care here.
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Podcast Episodes

Episode 10

Understanding Hospice Care

Episode 9

Understanding Artificial Nutrition & Hydration

Episode 8

Supporting Your Congregants

Episode 7

Understanding Oncology Treatments

Episode 6

Understanding Cyclical Treatments

Episode 5

What’s the Difference Between Withholding & Withdrawing Treatment?

Episode 4

Understanding DNI

Episode 3

Pain Medication at the End-of-Life

Episode 2

Understanding DNR

Episode 1

Maximizing Rabbi/Physician Communication

Intro Episode

Understanding Medical Terms

Refuah & Psak is created by Ematai as a free resource for rabbis. 
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