The ethics committee is a team of physicians and health professionals that help patients and families deal with ethical questions, such as end-of-life care, or disagreements between patients and the care team regarding treatments or therapy.
Making difficult decisions
There may come a time when you will need to make medical decisions for yourself or a loved one about withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment. These decisions can be difficult and confusing. You should thoroughly discuss treatment options and concerns with your doctor.
Advance care planning
Do you know what health care treatments you would and would not want if you could not speak for yourself? Do other people know what your wishes are? Advance care planning is deciding on the care you would want to receive in such situations. For information on advance care planning and advance directives (living wills) select from the list of the helpful resources below.
When end-of-life care is needed, our palliative care team offers patients and their families services that provide support and comfort.
- Aging with Dignity
- American Hospital Association
- Caring Connections - Planning Ahead
- National Institute on Aging
- Indiana State Advance Directive Information
- Kentucky State Attorney General Living Will Packet
- U.S. Living Will Registry
Durable power of attorney
A durable power of attorney may name a health care surrogate to make personal health care and/or financial decisions on your behalf. Please consult with your private attorney for assistance with a durable power of attorney.
