Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning Aligning Treatment with Patient Goals and Values
Advance care planning allows patients to make their wishes known before they are unable to speak for themselves. It guides healthcare decisions in times of crisis and helps families and guardians honor a patient’s values.
About Advance Care Planning
Dr. Hock’s expertise includes:
- Living wills and health care surrogacy guidance
- Defining what is considered therapeutic vs. futile care
- Guidance on feeding tubes, artificial hydration, and resuscitation
- Preparing for difficult decisions before they arise
For Guardians & Elder Law Attorneys
Guardians and attorneys are often placed in the difficult position of making or advising on care decisions. Dr. Hock’s consultations offer:
- Clarification of existing advance directives
- Development of clear care plans for clients lacking capacity
- Advocacy for patient-centered planning that meets legal standards
For Healthcare Workers and Hospitals
Advance Care Planning is essential to discharge planning, appropriate referrals, and family communication. Dr. Hock provides:
- Tools for initiating and documenting goals-of-care conversations
- Education to ensure care teams understand patient preferences
- Partnership to resolve family conflict around end-of-life decisions