Extremis

Extremis is a short documentary film directed and produced by Dan Krauss that was released on Netflix on September 17, 2016. This series follows Dr. Jessica Zitter, a leading specialist in the Highland Hospital ICU in Oakland, California, who helps families make end-of-life decisions for their loved ones, who are often terminally ill. This short documentary focuses on three patients, even though there are five patients shown.

Summary
"Witness the wrenching emotions that accompany end-of-life decisions as doctors, patients and families in a hospital ICU face harrowing choices."

- Official Netflix synopsis

Crew

 * Monica Bhargava as Monica Bhargava M.D.
 * Jessica Zitter as Jessica Nutik Zitter M.D.

Awards
This documentary was nominated for 1 Oscar, another 2 wins and 4 nominations.