How does Halacha deal with the issue of autopsies?
there are extensive debates over the subject. asummery of the issue it is available in the encyclopedia of medicine & Halachah, under 'autopsies' – in Hebrew.
and a summery of the responsa on the subject by Prof. Steinberg – in Hebrew.
a general overview of the issues delt with under modern Medicine & Halachah is accessible here – in English.
Dear Rav Halprin, Thank you ever so much for your lovely email. I will reply on a point by point basis following your scheme below.
