Advance Directives

You have the option of completing Advance Directives. Advance Directives are decisions you make about life-sustaining treatments. They include a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care. A Living Will allows you to indicate preference regarding withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment if you are no longer competent. Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care allows you to appoint someone to make health care decisions for you if you are not able. If you have chosen to have Advance Directives, please have your paperwork completed prior to your day of surgery. The day of surgery is not the appropriate time to complete an Advance Directives. Please complete in advance and bring a copy with you to be included in your medical record.

If you have questions about Advance Directives or need further assistance, please call 330-344-6880.