Mumbai: P. D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre has launched what it calls India’s first Living Will Clinic to support individuals in planning their future medical care.
The clinic, held every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., is designed to help people create legally recognised living wills—documents that outline a person’s treatment preferences in the event they are unable to communicate them in the future.
A living will, or advance medical directive, allows individuals to express their healthcare choices for serious or unforeseen situations, including end-of-life care. The process involves documenting treatment preferences, appointing a medical power of attorney, and initiating conversations with family members.
The clinic will provide guidance on advance care planning through structured information sessions and personalised support.
According to the hospital, the initiative aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions aligned with their values, while also easing the emotional and ethical burden on families during medical crises.
