From Name: From Email: To Name: To Email: Optional Message: How to talk to patients about advanced directives from By Joan Spitrey April 16 has been designated as National Healthcare Decision Day. This movement came out of the passion and frustration of founder Nathan Kottkamp. As a member of several hospital ethics committees, he was repeatedly challenged with trying to interpret healthcare decisions for people who had no advanced directives. Anyone working in a hospital — especially a critical care area — can certainly relate. Although most healthcare providers would agree that all patients should have an advanced directive, they often shy away from having the conversation with their patients. more 7701 Las Colinas Blvd., Ste. 800, Irving, TX 75063