About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of healthcare proxies and how to choose one.
Who would make medical decisions for you if you couldn’t? In this episode of Conversations with MIT Health, Jessica Senesi, ANP-BC, and Lydia Barlow, MD, explain why healthcare proxies matter, how to choose one, and the key conversations to have. They’ll also clear up misconceptions and discuss how proxies interact with advance directives. Whether planning for yourself or a loved one, this discussion will help you make informed decisions with confidence.
People in this episode
Guests: Jessica Senesi Anp-Bc, Lydia Barlow Md
Topics covered
- healthcare proxies
- medical decisions
- advance directives
Keywords
- healthcare
- decision making
- planning
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