Talking about death with patients is never easy, and the topic of voluntary assisted dying (VAD) adds an extra layer of complexity and sensitivity.

VAD is a deeply personal end-of-life choice. Many of us feel ill-equipped to have conversations about it, even when patients raise it.

This is despite VAD being a legal end-of-life option.

VAD is only available to people who are terminally ill and experiencing intolerable suffering.