living wills, power of attorney
My aunt has medical power of attorney for my uncle whom she removed from life support according to his living will wishes. Can I bring my own doctor to check my uncle's condition without my aunt's permission?
Asked on 12/21/06, 9:20 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregg Manes
Gregg A. Manes, Esq.
Re: living wills, power of attorney
YES, BUT THE DOCTOR IS PAID FOR BY YOU. TWO DOCTORS HAVE TO STATE THAT THE PATIENT IS IN A TERMINAL CONDITION OR IN A PERMANANTLY VEGATATIVE STATE. iN THE INTERIM YOU HAVE TO LOOK TO THE QUALITY OF YOUR UNCLE'S LIFE AND HIS WISHES.
Answered on 12/23/06, 11:01 am
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