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Dear Doctor: Why did my doctor advise me to add ‘do not resuscitate’ clause to my advanced medical directive?
Dear Doctor: Why did my doctor advise me to add ‘do not resuscitate’ clause to my advanced medical directive?
Dear Doctor: Why did my doctor advise me to add ‘do not resuscitate’ clause to my advanced medical directive?

Published on: 01/23/2026

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Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old man in reasonably good health. The only medications that I take are Eliquis for atrial fibrillation, omeprazole for gastroesophageal reflux disease, and terazosin and finasteride for benign prostatic hyperplasia. I exercise and remain active and independent.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/advice/2026/01/dear-doctor-why-did-my-doctor-advise-me-to-add-do-not-resuscitate-clause-to-my-advanced-medical-directive.html

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