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I have a friend serving as my health care proxy, with a signed power of attorney. Can that person authorize donation for me?

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I have a friend serving as my health care proxy, with a signed power of attorney. Can that person authorize donation for me?

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Yes. The holder of a health care power of attorney may make donation decisions. However, if you are registered on Donate Life Maryland, that registration is a first person authorization, and your proxy will be presented with that information at the appropriate time. It is best to discuss all your end of life decisions with your proxy at the time you sign the power of attorney.