Abstract
Objectives.
This study assessed the potential impact of immigration reporting requirements on pediatricians' referrals to child protective services.
Methods.
A random sample of 200 Massachusetts pediatricians were surveyed. Chi-square and logistic regression analyses were performed.
Results.
Asked whether potential deportation of the family would cause them to question or alter a decision to refer, 50% of the respondents said yes.
Conclusions.
Pediatricians, as mandated reporters of child abuse, will face ethical dilemmas if laws requiring reporting of immigration status are enacted. (Am J Public Health. 1998;88:967-968)
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