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Stanford University

Making Your Wishes Known - Advance Directives, POLST and End-of-Life Planning

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Overview

Explore the crucial aspects of end-of-life planning in this informative lecture. Delve into the legal and medical considerations surrounding advance directives and POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment). Gain insights on how to effectively communicate your healthcare preferences to physicians and family members. Learn from experts Dr. Yusra Hussain and Reverend Susan Scott as they discuss the importance of making informed decisions about end-of-life care and ensuring your wishes are respected when you need them most.

Syllabus

Making Your Wishes Known: Advance Directives, POLST and Other Difficult Things to Talk About

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Stanford Health Care

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