Creating an Advance Medical Directive (AMD) is a vital step in ensuring your healthcare preferences are honoured if you become unable to communicate them. So, how do you do an Advance Medical Directive? Start by discussing your wishes with your family and healthcare providers to ensure everyone understands your preferences. Next, obtain the official AMD form, which is available from healthcare institutions or online. Complete the form with your specific instructions regarding life-sustaining treatments, and have it signed by yourself, a witness, and a doctor. Once completed, submit the form to the relevant health authority to ensure it's part of your medical record. Need the complete guide on the overall process of AMD creation?
Read on for the Life Legacy Guide, offering detailed steps, important considerations, and expert advice on how to create an Advance Medical Directive that reflects your wishes and provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
What Are the Important Forms You Need to Know When Creating an AMD?
Understanding the AMD process can bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones. Let's explore the essential forms involved in creating and potentially revoking your AMD in Singapore.
To start the creation of your AMD, you need the Form 1. You can obtain this form from hospitals, clinics, online and from your legacy planning consultant. After filling out the form, you need to send it by hand or by mail to the Registrar of Advance Medical Directives. When the directive has been registered, you will receive an acknowledgement of registration from the Registrar.
Another important document that you need to be aware of is the Form 3. This is used in case you want to revoke your AMD. When filling out this form, you need to have at least one witness and you must inform the Registrar of Advance Medical Directives of the revocation. When the revocation is received, the Registrar will send you an acknowledgement of the revoked AMD.
It's always recommended to consult a legacy planning expert, like The Life Legacy, for the latest information and guidance when filling out these forms.
How to Make an Advance Medical Directive (AMD)?
The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Singapore empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their end-of-life care through the Advance Medical Directive (AMD) program. This legal document allows you to express your wishes regarding extraordinary life-sustaining treatment (ELST) in the event of a terminal illness when you are no longer able to communicate with them directly.
Eligibility and Steps:
Who Can Create an AMD? Anyone above 21 years old and of sound mind can create an AMD.
Obtaining the Form: You can acquire an AMD form from various locations: medical clinics, polyclinics, hospitals, or directly from the MOH website (ensure you print both pages on a single sheet).
Consultation and Witnessing:
Doctor Consultation: An AMD must be completed in consultation with a doctor. The doctor will ensure the following:
You are making the AMD freely without coercion.
You are mentally competent to understand the document's implications.
You understand the nature of an AMD.
Witnessing the Signature: Two witnesses must be present when you sign the AMD form. These witnesses must sign the form in your presence.
First Witness: The doctor who consulted with you.
Second Witness: Someone over 21 years old who is not a beneficiary in your will and has no vested interest in your death (e.g., a doctor's nurse, a friend, or a family member without a financial stake in your passing).
Registration:
Submitting the Form: After signing and witnessing, send the completed AMD form in a sealed envelope by mail or by hand to the Registrar of Advance Medical Directives at the Ministry of Health: Registrar of Advance Medical Directives, Ministry of Health, Singapore College of Medicine Building, 16 College Road Singapore 169854
Registration Confirmation: The Registrar will acknowledge receipt of your AMD and inform you once it's officially registered.
Importance of Registration:
Validity: Your AMD is only legally valid after successful registration with the MOH.
By creating an Advance Medical Directive, you can ensure your wishes are respected during a critical time and provide peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones. Having open conversations with your doctor and family about your AMD is also crucial for ensuring its effectiveness.
If you are having difficulty in deciding and processing your AMD, it’s important to have a legacy planning expert at hand.
Introducing The Life Legacy: The Best Legacy Planning Consultant in Your AMD Journey
Creating an Advance Medical Directive (AMD) is a significant step towards ensuring your end-of-life care wishes are honoured. But navigating the legalities and formalities can feel overwhelming. That's where The Life Legacy comes in.
At The Life Legacy, we understand the importance of clear communication and informed decision-making when it comes to your AMD. We offer a comprehensive range of services to guide you through the entire process:
Understanding the AMD: We'll provide a clear explanation of the AMD and its implications, empowering you to make informed choices.
Form Completion Assistance: We'll walk you through filling out the AMD form accurately and comprehensively.
Doctor Consultation: We can assist you in scheduling an appointment with your doctor to discuss and certify your AMD.
Registration Support: We'll handle mailing the completed and certified AMD form to the Registrar on your behalf, ensuring it's properly registered in the national system.
Ongoing Guidance: We're here to answer your questions and provide ongoing support throughout your AMD journey.
Don't leave your end-of-life wishes to chance. Partner with The Life Legacy to create an AMD that reflects your values and ensures your wishes are respected.
Contact The Life Legacy to schedule a consultation. Let's discuss your AMD needs and create a plan that brings you peace of mind.
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