Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, in the absence or unavailability of a spouse, any minor is authorized and empowered to consent for such minor's child, either orally or otherwise, to any surgical or medical treatment or procedures not prohibited by law that may be suggested, recommended, prescribed or directed by a duly licensed physician.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 63 - Professions of the Healing Arts
Chapter 6 - Medicine and Surgery
§ 63-6-204. “Practice of Medicine” Defined — Construction
§ 63-6-216. Disciplinary Proceedings Governed by Administrative Procedures Act
§ 63-6-217. Practice After License Revocation — Penalty
§ 63-6-227. Cancellation of License Upon Conviction
§ 63-6-229. Consent to Medical Treatment by a Minor
§ 63-6-230. Inactive Licenses to Perform Pro Bono Services
§ 63-6-232. Disciplinary Complaints Against Chelation Therapist
§ 63-6-234. Physicians Serving as United States Public Health Service Commissioned Officers
§ 63-6-238. Notice to Patients of Departure
§ 63-6-241. Physical Presence of Physician Required for Abortion
§ 63-6-245. Notice to Patients of Determination That Patient Has Dense or Extremely Dense Breasts