What Doctors Want You to Know About Living Wills in India

Doctors face impossible situations every day. They see families breaking down, arguing, or begging for miracles during critical medical moments. A Living Will helps doctors provide the right care—ethically, compassionately, and legally. Here’s what Indian doctors wish more people knew.

Doctors Want Clarity

Unclear instructions put doctors in a tough spot. Should they continue treatment even if there's no chance of recovery? Should they wait for family members to agree? A Living Will gives clear guidance.

Doctors Are Bound by Ethics and Law

Many people think doctors can “pull the plug” casually. That’s completely false. The Supreme Court mandates:

• Two medical boards must verify the patient’s condition

• Approval from the District Magistrate is required Doctors must follow protocol—it protects everyone.

Aggressive Treatment Isn’t Always Best

Doctors often say families request invasive treatment even when it only prolongs suffering. A Living Will helps patients choose comfort or dignity instead.

Families Often Struggle More Than Patients

Doctors frequently see fights between siblings, spouses, or parents during crises. A Living Will removes emotional and moral pressure from loved ones.

Doctors Don’t Want to Decide for You

Medical teams don’t want to guess what you would have wanted. They prefer written instructions because they avoid ethical dilemmas.

Doctors Appreciate Prepared Patients

Patients with Living Wills receive more personalized, respectful care because doctors know exactly how to approach treatment.

How AasaanWill Can Help

AasaanWill creates medically clear and legally structured Living Wills that doctors can easily interpret. We help you phrase your wishes in ways aligned with ethical guidelines and Supreme Court standards. When doctors receive a well-designed Living Will through AasaanWill, they know it can be trusted. Good decisions need good documents—AasaanWill delivers both.