Wills & Estates

Designation Of Health Care Surrogate

What is a Health Care Surrogate?

A health care surrogate is a person appointed to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so. This legal document ensures that your wishes regarding medical treatment are followed when you are incapacitated.

Importance of Designating a Health Care Surrogate

Designating a health care surrogate is crucial as it allows you to have control over your medical decisions even when you are unable to communicate them. Without a designated surrogate, the decision-making authority may fall to healthcare providers or family members who may not be aware of your preferences.

How to Designate a Health Care Surrogate

To designate a health care surrogate, you need to create a legal document known as a Health Care Power of Attorney. This document outlines your chosen surrogate and provides them with instructions on how to make medical decisions on your behalf.

FAQs

When choosing a health care surrogate, it is important to select someone you trust and who understands your medical preferences.

Yes, you can change your health care surrogate at any time by creating a new Health Care Power of Attorney document.

No, a health care surrogate is specifically designated to make medical decisions, while a guardian may have broader decision-making authority.

For more information on designating a health care surrogate and ensuring your medical wishes are protected, contact Wright Street Lawyers in Adelaide, South Australia.

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