CAREGIVING RESOURCES
"What's
the Patient's Code Status?"...
The Book:
"What's
the Patient's Code Status?"
This is a patient and family guide to Advanced Directives
and Code Status Designations and will enable you to retain your medical
decision-making capacity. It explains the common medical jargon that confuses
us all.
The Author:
Dr. Ferdinando L. Mirarchi is Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine of Hamot Medical Center in Erie, PA. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of the Department of Emergency Medicine, West Penn Allegheny Health System, Allegheny General Hospital, Drexel University School of Medicine. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine and the American College of Emergency Physicians. The Associated Press, ABC news, USATODAY, American Medical Association News, as well as the Pittsburgh Tribune have extensively interviewed Dr. Mirarchi.
Where to Find It:
You may find the book at your local library. There are several copies available through the member libraries of the Mid-York Library System. Click here to go to our Catalog and reserve your copy today!
Also, your State
& Local Office for the Aging can help you obtain a copy
of your own. The OFA's are a great community resource and can answer all
the other questions plaguing you regarding caregiving as well.
PAER.ORG
Founded by Dr. Ferdinando L. Mirarchi and James B. Caputo Pharm. D. who
is a Doctor of Pharmacy, P.A.E.R. (Patient Advanced Educational Resource)
offers informative educational products to aid public awareness with respect
to pertinent medical issues. You may purchase a copy of Dr. Mirarchi's
book from this website.
Disclaimer : Mid-York Library System does not endorse the commercial products or services available through several links on this website and is in no way responsible for dissatisfaction of service or injury resulting from the misuse of any product. These links are provided solely in the interest of educating the public on the availability of products and services that may be helpful in the daily routine of caregiving.
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The best help you can find .
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Directive Forms
Power
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Will, DNR
. . .
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