Palliative Matters

Autonomy & Advance Care Planning

April 12, 2023 Dr. John Mulder and Dr. Jason Beckrow Season 2 Episode 3
Palliative Matters
Autonomy & Advance Care Planning
Show Notes

Advance care planning involves discussing and preparing for future decisions about medical care, and, as the doctors explain, it is all about patient autonomy. What does a patient value? How do they define their quality of life? Where do they draw the line? In this episode, Dr. Mulder and Dr. Beckrow dive into the importance of having these conversations with your loved ones as early as possible, acknowledging that wants and wishes can change over time based on a patient’s circumstance, age, and illness.