KevinMD July 26, 2024
During a recent palliative conference, the discussion turned to the challenges of translating our work to the public and our colleagues. Despite the growth of our field and increasing access, there remains major confusion about palliative care and hospice. Much of the misunderstanding originates from within the medical profession. Having worked in the palliative care and hospice arena for nearly two decades, I have seen many examples of the confusion and fear of our field.
A common response to a palliative care recommendation is, “They’re not ready for that yet.” However, current guidelines are to initiate palliative care services upon the diagnosis of a serious illness. Earlier evaluation allows for time to establish rapport with both the patient and family...
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