D. John Doyle, MD, Ph.D. - AJWRB.org

Important September 18, 2026 Blood Policy Update: Jehovah’s Witnesses have changed their policy on red cells, plasma, platelets, white cells, autologous blood, and blood donation. Some AJWRB pages still describe the former policy and are being updated. Read the current policy update →

Severe Blood Transfusion Refusal Risks: 60% Mortality Data

by D. John Doyle, MD, Ph.D. | May 26, 2026 | Bioethics & Medical Ethics, Clinical Guidance & Practice, Hematology & Biomedical Science, JW Crisis Management, Pediatric Bioethics & Minor Rights

Dr. John Doyle, MD, PhD Professor Doyle served as a consultant to AJWRB for many years and authored several articles on blood transfusion refusal risks published at AJWRB. He passed away in 2025 at the age of 66. AJWRB gratefully acknowledges his service and...

Jehovah’s Witnesses and Blood Transfusions: An Expert Medical Q&A

Jehovah’s Witnesses and Blood Transfusions: An Expert Medical Q&A

by D. John Doyle, MD, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Clinical Guidance & Practice, Hematology & Biomedical Science, JW Crisis Management

Dr. John Doyle, MD, PhD Professor Doyle served as a consultant to AJWRB for many years and authored several articles on blood transfusion refusal risks published at AJWRB. He passed away in 2025 at the age of 66. AJWRB gratefully acknowledges his service and...