Advance Directives/Living Wills
If you are over 18, you should have a Living Will.
Good morning. This is Dr. Joe Cincotta. If you are over 18 years old please consider talking with your doctor about an important topic – Advance Directives or Living Wills. By completing an Advance Directive form that is available at your physician’s office you are taking an important and active role in your health care. This document details a variety of medical care interventions that you may or may not want to receive if certain conditions exist. It also enables you to identify a person to whom you give authority to make medical decisions for you in the event you are no longer able to provide direction and input to your physician about your medical care. Advance directives deserve your thoughtful consideration and discussion with your family and your physician. Please take the time to determine this important element of your medical care, and communicate your wishes to your family and your physician by completing the Advance Directive form so that if the need ever arises you will receive only the care you want. Thank you. And please be mindful of your health this week.