Podcasts about Palliative care

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONLisa Shufro is the storyteller's storyteller. A musician turned innovation strategist, TEDMed curator, and unapologetic truth-teller, Lisa doesn't just craft narratives—she engineers constellations out of chaos. We go way back to the early TEDMed days, where she taught doctors, scientists, and technocrats how not to bore an audience to death. In this episode, we talk about how storytelling in healthcare has been weaponized, misunderstood, misused, and still holds the power to change lives—if done right. Lisa challenges the idea that storytelling should be persuasive and instead argues it should be connective. We get into AI, the myth of objectivity, musical scars, Richard Simmons, the Vegas healthcare experiment, and the real reason your startup pitch is still trash. If you've ever been told to “just tell your story,” this episode is the permission slip to do it your way. With a bow, not a violin.RELATED LINKSLisa Shufro's WebsiteLinkedInSuper Curious ArchiveEight Principles for Storytelling in InnovationStoryCorps InterviewCoursera Instructor ProfileWhatMatters ProjectFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How Understanding Death Can Help You Live More Fully — with Hospice Nurse JulieThis episode of Asking for a Friend is sponsored by Better Help. https://betterhelp.com/askingforafriendWhat if facing the realities of death could actually help you live with more intention, gratitude, and peace—right now?In this powerful episode of Asking for a Friend, I sit down with Julie McFadden, better known as Hospice Nurse Julie, a former ICU nurse turned nationally recognized hospice educator with over 15 years of experience and millions of followers online. Julie's mission? To normalize conversations around death and provide comfort, clarity, and dignity at the end of life.We explore:The most common experiences people have at the end of life—many of which are rarely talked aboutHow Julie transitioned from ICU to hospice, and what she learned about life in the processPractical advice for midlife women navigating aging parents and caregiving responsibilitiesHow to prepare emotionally and logistically for end-of-life situations—with grace and self-compassionWhy contemplating our mortality might be the greatest gift for living more meaningfullyJulie's new Nothing to Fear Journal offers a compassionate guide for reflection, planning, and healing—and this episode delivers the heart and honesty that midlife listeners crave.✨ If you're supporting aging parents, feeling overwhelmed, or simply curious about what a peaceful end-of-life journey can look like—this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating phenomenon of Terminal Lucidity - what it is, how it occurs, and why it continues to mystify both science and spirituality. Hear powerful, firsthand stories from those who've witnessed this final moment of clarity, offering insight, comfort, and awe at the threshold between life and death. Some of the references to this episode include: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20010032/ https://theconversation.com/terminal-lucidity-why-do-loved-ones-with-dementia-sometimes-come-back-before-death-202342 https://www.buddhanet.net/bereaved/ https://www.leiferreport.com/poetry-life/ https://www.crossroadshospice.com/hospice-resources/spirituality-end-of-life-care https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moksha https://waterfromrock.org https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turiya www.reddit.com www.quora.com *** The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are intended solely for discussion and informational purposes. They do not necessarily represent the views of the hosts, guests, or affiliated organizations, and should not be taken as professional advice or endorsements. Please consider this content as part of an open dialogue. For more about Kirsty, visit www.kirstysalisbury.com

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, with this year's theme: 'What's your plan?, aiming to encourage conversations around end of life care.Part of this could include discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying for residents and their families, an issue being addressed through a new online course. - ‘तपाईँको योजना के छ?' भन्ने नारा सहित नेश्नल प्यालिएटिभ केयर सप्ताह गत मे ११ देखि १७ सम्म अस्ट्रेलियाभर मनाइएको थियो। आफ्नो ३० औं संस्करणमा रहेको उक्त सप्ताहको उद्देश्य, जीवनको अन्तिम चरणमा कसरी संवेदनशील र गरिमामय हेरचाह गर्न सकिन्छ भन्नेबारे छलफल गर्नु हो। एक रिपोर्ट।

Most of us try a few different jobs in our lives - and work in a few different places - but once Sally Hanrahan made the decision to become a nurse, that was it. And what's more, she has stayed in the same speciality, for almost 35 years. Sally is a palliative care nurse, and her exceptional dedication, skill and experience were recently recognised at the Southern Nursing Excellence Awards. She meets people as they are coming to terms with the end of their lives and while there is an inherent sadness to be had in that. she says it is a gift to spend time with them, to get to know them and to try and help them find whatever peace and comfort they need. Jesse spoke with Sally before her next shift at the Otago Community Hospice.

Join the University of Washington Surgical Palliative Care Team for their final episode of this series — a dual journal review and clinical challenges discussion on assessing medical decision-making capacity. Using Dr. Paul Applebaum's foundational framework, the team outlines the four key criteria for evaluating capacity and brings the topic to life through two contrasting standardized patient scenarios. This episode highlights why capacity assessment is not only relevant but essential for surgeons navigating complex, high-stakes decisions.  Hosts:  Dr. Katie O'Connell (@katmo15) is an associate professor of surgery at the University of Washington. She is a trauma surgeon, palliative care physician, director of surgical palliative care, and founder of the Advance Care Planning for Surgery clinic at Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Dr. Ali Haruta is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Washington. She is a trauma and emergency general surgeon and palliative care physician. Ali recently completed fellowships in palliative care at the University of Washington and Trauma and Critical Care at Parkland.  Dr. Lindsay Dickerson (@lindsdickerson1) is a PGY6 general surgery resident at the University of Washington with an interest in surgical oncology.   Dr. Virginia Wang is a PGY3 general surgery resident at the University of Washington. Learning Objectives: 1.        Decipher the distinction between the terms “capacity” and “competence”.   2.        Describe the four criteria for assessing medical decision-making capacity presented in Dr. Paul Applebaum's article “Assessment of Patients' Competence to Consent to Treatment.” 3.        Apply the capacity assessment framework to real-world clinical scenarios in surgical practice.  References: 1.        Applebaum, PS. Assessment of Patients' Competence to Consent to Treatment. New England Journal of Medicine 2007; 357(18):1834-1840. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17978292/ 2.        Special thank you to Mr. Mark Fox for his acting contribution to this episode. Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.   If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen

What does “code status” really mean — and how does it affect the care we receive at the end of life? In this episode, Dr. Matthew Tyler returns to clarify common misunderstandings about CPR, DNR, and medical interventions during serious illness and the frailty of old age. We explore when full code makes sense, when it probably doesn't, and how patients and families can make informed, values-based decisions. We also discuss Dr. Tyler's new caregiver coaching services, through which he offers personalized support when palliative care isn't available locally. I think everyone should explore these issues and have someone like Dr Tyler on their team to talk things through!⁠https://howtotrainyourdoctor.com/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/How-to-Train-Your-Doctor/100095193314200/?sk=reels_tab⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/howtotrainyourdoctor/⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@howtotrainyourdoctor⁠

When it comes to managing serious illness or the final phase of life, surveys show that a majority of Americans say they have at least heard of hospice or palliative care but most admit they may not know a lot about either topic. We're going to talk about both to begin Wednesdays “Sound of Ideas." Later, it's an excerpt from the latest episode of "Living for We: Keep Ya Head Up."

India distinguishes itself as one of the worst places in the world to die (Lancet 2015). In rural areas, because of a severe lack of access to appropriate health care, disease often simply ravages the bodies of our precious people completely unchallenged. A host of factors preclude good quality of remaining life, and a good death. Home based palliative care in this scenario is a breath of fresh air, bringing relief, comfort and hope, thus affirming the dignity of human life grounded in Imago Dei Speaker(s): Ashita Singh Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/impact-of-a-replicable-model-of-palliative-care-in-underserved-rural-indian-communities

What happens when you blend the soul of Mr. Rogers, the boldness of RuPaul, and just a pinch of Carrie Bradshaw? You get Sally Wolf.She's a Harvard and Stanford powerhouse who ditched corporate media to help people actually flourish at work and in life—because cancer kicked her ass and she kicked it back, with a pole dance routine on Netflix for good measure.In this episode, we unpack what it means to live (really live) with metastatic breast cancer. We talk about the toxic PR machine behind "pink ribbon" cancer, how the healthcare system gaslights survivors when treatment ends, and why spreadsheets and dance classes saved her sanity. Sally doesn't just survive. She rewrites the script, calls out the BS, and shows up in full color.If you've ever asked “Why me?”—or refused to—this one's for you.RELATED LINKS:Sally Wolf's WebsiteLinkedInInstagramCosmopolitan Essay: "What It's Like to Have the 'Good' Cancer"Oprah Daily Article: "Five Things I Wish Everyone Understood About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis"Allure Photo ShootThe Story of Our Trauma PodcastFEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Emma Jones is a Best Selling author because of her book entitled THE PHOENIX BLUEPRINT: RISING STRONGER FROM THE BLAZE OF HEALTHCARE which details the real problem of BURNOUT in the Medical Community. Emma has been a victim of burnout twice and she will talk about her book plus her role as a Palliative Care Physician for Pediatric Cancer and Adolescent Cancer patients.

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, with this year's theme: 'What's your plan?, aiming to encourage conversations around end of life care.Part of this could include discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying for residents and their families, an issue being addressed through a new online course. - Национальная неделя паллиативной помощи проходит уже 30-й год, и в этом году ее тема: «Каков ваш план?», направленная на продвижение разговоров об уходе в конце жизни.

A prenatal diagnosis of osteogenesis imperfecta, a rare genetic disorder also known as brittle bone disease, can be devastating for expecting parents. The most severe cases are often labeled ‘lethal,' leading some families to believe there are no options for treatment.However, new research from Nemours Children's Health challenges that belief.Delaware Public Media's Kyle McKinnon caught up this week with Dr. Ricki Carroll – a Physician on the Skeletal Dysplasia and Palliative Care teams at Nemours – to learn more about the study's findings and how doctors are rethinking this rare condition.

Dr. Matthew Tyler returns to explore the layers of palliative care — what it is, what it isn't, and how it differs from hospice. We discuss everything from managing physical and existential pain to the role of family dynamics and coping skills in end-of-life care. Is pain at the end of life inevitable, and how can it be managed? What role can patients and families play in guiding medical decisions at the end of life? How can families and caregivers better cope with the complexities of serious illness? Whether you're supporting a loved one or navigating illness yourself, this conversation offers practical insight and hope. Dr. Tyler also introduces his new caregiver coaching services, designed to help families find clarity and confidence in uncertain times, especially when local palliative care is not available.https://howtotrainyourdoctor.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/How-to-Train-Your-Doctor/100095193314200/?sk=reels_tabhttps://www.instagram.com/howtotrainyourdoctor/https://www.youtube.com/@howtotrainyourdoctor

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, with this year's theme: 'What's your plan?, aiming to encourage conversations around end of life care.Part of this could include discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying for residents and their families, an issue being addressed through a new online course. - สัปดาห์นี้ เป็นสัปดาห์แห่งการดูแลผู้ป่วยแบบประคับประคองแห่งชาติ หรือ National Palliative Care Week (แพลลิเอทีฟ แคร์) ซึ่งปีนี้จัดขึ้นเป็นปีที่ 30 แล้ว โดยธีมในปีนี้คือหัวข้อที่ว่า “คุณวางแผนในช่วงสุดท้ายของชีวิตไว้หรือไม่?” เพื่อส่งเสริมให้ผู้คนเริ่มต้นพูดคุยเกี่ยวกับการดูแลในช่วงท้ายของชีวิตโดยคำนึงถึงความเหมาะสมทางวัฒนธรรม

Last week was National Palliative Care Week in Canada. But a common misconception about the service is that it's only provided for patients close to death. From cancer to ALS to heart failure, palliative care improves outcomes, lowers stress, and helps families cope. So why do we only hear about it when someone is close to death? Dr. James MacMillan, Palliative Care doctor at St. Paul's Hospital and Board Member of the Canadian Society of Palliative Medicine (CSPM), joins Evan to explain what palliative care is and how misconceptions are harmful to patients of all ages.

National Palliative Care Week is in its 30th year, with this year's theme: 'What's your plan?, aiming to encourage conversations around end of life care.Part of this could include discussing and implementing culturally appropriate customs and traditions related to death and dying for residents and their families, an issue being addressed through a new online course.

Join Dr. Pamela Harrison OAM as she describes the journey that transformed palliative care in Newcastle and beyond.

Send us a textWe're focusing on a documentary at the SFFilm Festival that highlights some of the beautiful change makers in the heart of the Bay.The Chaplain & the Doctor shares the story of two unlikely allies who are tackling a broken healthcare system with curiosity, compassion and connection. We are joined by director/participant Dr. Jessica Zitter, and Chaplain Betty Clark to discuss the origins and importance of Palliative Care, the positive changes they see happening in hospitals, and turning misunderstandings into teachable moments.To host a screening of The Chaplain & the Doctor, click here!Follow The Chaplain & the Doctor on IGFollow director/Dr. Jessica Zitter on IGSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without you! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

Tuần lễ Toàn quốc chăm sóc giảm nhẹ hay Palliative Care đang bước sang năm thứ 30, với chủ đề năm nay, 'Kế hoạch của bạn là gì?, nhằm mục đích khuyến khích các cuộc trò chuyện xung quanh việc chăm sóc cuối đời. Một phần của điều này có thể bao gồm, thảo luận và thực hiện các phong tục và truyền thống phù hợp với văn hóa, liên quan đến cái chết và sự hấp hối cho cư dân và gia đình của họ, một vấn đề đang được giải quyết thông qua một khóa học trực tuyến mới. Tuần lễ chăm sóc giảm nhẹ bắt đầu vào Chủ Nhật tuần này, ngày 11 tháng 5.

Welcome to the relaunched CMF podcast. This is a special, extra episode giving an update on what is happening with the two assisted suicide bills for terminally ill adults that are going through the UK and Scottish Parliaments this month (May 2025), with both having hearings, and probably votes, in the week of 12 May.Steve Fouch (CMF Head of Communications), Dr Susan Marriott (CMF Head of Public Policy and a GP), and Dr David Randall (Renal Medicine Consultant) discuss the bills, the next steps in the legislative process, and the very real concerns these bills raise for patients and healthcare professionals.CMF has curated a range of resources to help you engage more deeply with the issues raised in this podcast on our website at cmf.li/AssistedSuicideResourcesSupport the show

What defines quality in end-of-life care?  How are hospice organizations navigating workforce challenges?  And why has medical aid in dying become such a critical conversation?  These questions take center stage in this data-driven exploration of April's most impactful Hospice and Palliative Care news stories.In this episode of TCNtalks, Chris Comeaux and Cordt Kassner discuss the top news stories from April, focusing on hospice and palliative care.  They explore personal aspirations, data insights, the impact of spiritual care, emerging categories in news reporting, and key themes such as reimbursement and workforce challenges. The conversation also touches on mission moments, regulatory changes, technology innovations, and the evolving nature of leadership in healthcare, particularly in the context of AI and human skills. The conversation also explores the increasing demand for senior living and the legislative changes impacting hospice care, including the ban on for-profit hospices in New York and the introduction of psilocybin access in New Mexico.  Cordt closes the show with a Master's Class reviewing the National Hospice Locator, a valuable tool for finding high-quality hospice care anywhere in the country.  Join us.Guest: Cordt Kassner, PhD, Publisher of Hospice & Palliative Care Today & CEO and Founder of Hospice AnalyticsHost:  Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TeleiosTeleios Collaborative Network / https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

Dr. Marshall Gillette discusses palliative care, who can benefit from it, what it looks like in practice, and more.

Peter Selwyn, one of today's guests, has been caring for people living with HIV for over 40 years.  In that time, care of people with HIV has changed dramatically.  Initially, there was no treatment, then treatments with marginal efficacy, complex schedules, and a tremendous burden of side effects and drug-drug interactions.  The average age at death was in the 30s. Now, more people in the US die with HIV rather than from HIV.  Treatment regimens are simplified, and the anti-viral drugs are well tolerated.  People are living with HIV into advanced ages.  The average age at death is likely in the 60s.  Nearly half of people living with HIV are over age 55.  One in 10 people with newly diagnosed HIV is an older adult.  Our second guest, Meredith Greene, is a geriatrician and researcher who focuses on care of older adults living with HIV, in the US and Africa. On today's podcast we discuss: Implications of aging with HIV for clinical care Loneliness and social isolation among older adults living with HIV Persistence of stigma Need to consider HIV in the differential diagnosis for older adults Screening for HIV Screening for osteoporosis in people living with HIV Dementia and cognitive impairment risk in people living with HIV When to stop anti-virals near the end of life Toward the end we speak to the moment.  More older adults live with HIV in SubSaharan Africa and the global South than anywhere else in the world.  Funding for research and clinical care is at risk, as USAID and PEPFAR (which is under USAID), are shuttered.  Millions of lives are at stake.  Meredith wore a shirt that said Silence=death. Eric gave me the hook during my live cover of One, by U2, a song released in 1992 whose proceeds went entirely to AIDS research.  I couldn't help it, forgive me dear listeners, I had to do a longer than usual cut at the start! -Alex Smith   Useful links: Peter's article on the evolution of HIV: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11524-011-9552-y Peter's book Surviving the Fall: Personal Journey of an AIDS Doctor PEPFAR:  Global Health Policy | KFF   Articles: Geriatric Syndromes in Older HIV-Infected Adults - PMC Loneliness in Older Adults Living with HIV Management of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection in Advanced Age https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3684249/ About Act-up for those who might know the Silence=Death t-shirt reference: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/16/1007361916/act-up-a-history-of-aids-hiv-activism https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/06/14/how-act-up-changed-america

A new survey has found that less than one third of end-of-life patients in Irish emergency departments have their own room. This is only one of the shortcomings found in end-of-life care, explored in two papers to start this episode. Following on from that is a comparison of video and direct laryngosocopy for intubation outcomes. There's also a "Best Evidence" review of the use of nasal clips for stopping nosebleeds, an approach which appears likely to offer advantages over the hands or inventive tongue-depressor contraptions. The finish up this month's episode, there's a return to a topic previously visited one year ago - the RCEM guidelines on cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. A study from Wales follows up on the adherence to this guidance. Read the highlights: May 2025 Primary Survey Dying matters in the emergency department Emergency clinician perceptions of end-of-life care in Irish emergency departments: a cross-sectional survey Video laryngoscopy may improve the intubation outcomes in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials Use of nasal clips as first aid for anterior epistaxis Awareness and management of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome among staff in emergency departments in Wales The EMJ podcast is hosted by: Dr. Richard Body, EMJ Deputy Editor, University of Manchester, UK (@richardbody) Dr. Sarah Edwards, EMJ Semior Associate Editor and Social Media Editor, Royal Derby Hospital, UK (@drsarahedwards) You can subscribe to the EMJ podcast on all podcast platforms to get the latest podcast every month. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider leaving us a review or a comment on the EMJ Podcast Apple (https://apple.co/4bfcMU0) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3ufutSL) page.

Sam and Professor Jonathan Koffman join Tatum to give an inside look at what palliative care offers.  There are so many misconceptions so it can be reassuring to know what it's actually all about. Jonathan lends his expertise as a Professor of Palliative Care and 29 year old Sam's shares his experience of movie nights in hospice. 

Chelsea McGivney, DVM earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Colorado State University.Her diverse veterinary career includes completing a small animal internship, working as an emergency and general practitioner, serving as an in-home end-of-life care veterinarian, and working in the pet food industry as a veterinary consultant for a leading company. This unique blend of experiences prepared McGivney for her role as General Manager at Caring Pathways, where she leads a dedicated team of at-home, end-of-life specialists. Her deep passion for the human-animal bond allows her to combine her professional expertise with her love of veterinary care to support families during some of life's most tender moments. Tyler Carmack, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CHPV, CTPEP,  is the Director of Hospice and Palliative Care for Caring Pathways. She founded Hampton Roads Veterinary Hospice, an AAHA Accredited End of Life practice, and has practiced exclusively hospice and palliative care since 2011. She has served on the Board of Directors of the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC) since 2016 in various roles, including President in 2020 and 2025. Carmack holds certifications in animal hospice and palliative care, veterinary pain management, peaceful euthanasia, veterinary acupuncture, TCVM food therapy, and TCVM End-of-Life care.

This week, how much beer can a brick absorb? Can pineapples make you more attractive? Can concrete self-heal? Listen laugh and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto. Join their Hike on Sunday, May 4 and support compassionate, expert care at Kensington Health, a not-for-profit community care leader that provides specialized services including Hospice and Palliative Care. Register for the walk today at kensingtonhealth.org/hike

It's late at night. You're in a hospital room, holding the hand of a loved one just diagnosed with a serious illness. The doctor has explained the treatment options. However, the weight of the diagnosis still feels overwhelming. You ask yourself: How do we make the most of the time we have? How do we ensure they're comfortable, supported, and able to live well—despite what lies ahead? This is where palliative care plays a vital role. It's a medical specialty focused on improving quality of life for patients and families during some of life's most difficult moments. In fact, few people understand this better than Dr. Steven Pantilat. He's a pioneer in the field and one of the nation's most trusted voices in redefining care for serious illness. As the Chief of the Division of Palliative Medicine at UCSF, Steve has spent decades pushing for patient-centered care. He began during the AIDS crisis in San Francisco, where he saw firsthand how much compassion matters—especially when a cure is out of reach. As a result, those early experiences shaped his mission: to place dignity and empathy at the heart of healthcare. Therefore, in this episode, Steve walks us through that journey—from early crisis care to becoming a national leader. We explore the major challenges he's faced, the lessons he's learned, and his bold vision for the future: a healthcare system where palliative care is standard for everyone facing serious illness. Moreover, his story reminds us that healthcare is not just about curing disease—it's about caring for people. Do you have thoughts on this episode or ideas for future guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email us at hello@rosenmaninstitute.org.

This week on the show- Where is it is illegal to eat or drink in public? Why can't you find an ATM in a library in California? Do birds dream? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.   Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto. Join their Hike on Sunday, May 4 and support compassionate, expert care at Kensington Health, a not-for-profit community care leader that provides specialized services including Hospice and Palliative Care. Register for the walk today at kensingtonhealth.org/hike

Radiation therapy is the use of ionizing radiation—X-rays, gamma rays, or subatomic particles such as neutrons—to destroy cancer cells. Learn how it works, the types of radiation, and early and late side effects you may see. https://bit.ly/4cEClyUIn this Episode:01:52 - Road Trip - Louisiana, and Crunch Cake Recipe03:30 - Anna Quindlin - The Dividing Line06:52 - Radiation Therapy Explained12:16 - Radiation Side Effects17:35 - Late Effects of Radiation Therapy20:54 - Discussion - Not Being Able to Swallow26:06 - The Mole Agent and The Man on the Inside30:48 - OutroRelated Content:S6E2: Understanding Cancer Treatment Options: SurgeryS5E52: Cancer Gone Wild – Learn All About MetastasisS5E45: Why Does Cancer Exist? Empower Yourself With UnderstandingS5E46: “Why Do I Have Cancer?” Kismet, Chastisement or Coincidence?S5E47: MythBusters – Cancer Edition; Clarifying Common Cancer Myths & MisconceptionsS5E48: How to Read a CT Scan Report – Learn the Sections Relevant to Your DiagnosisS5E49: Are there Miracle Cures for Cancer? With Dr. Jeanna FordS5E50: What is Meant by Cancer Staging? Learn the Language of a Cancer DiagnosisSupport the showGet show notes and resources at our website: every1dies.org. Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | mail@every1dies.org

Dive deep into the complexities of cancer-related fatigue experienced by palliative care patients. This episode explores the physical, emotional, and social impacts of fatigue, offering insights for caregivers and loved ones on how to support patients in their journey.

Palliative care, or treatment focused on symptom management and quality of life, is an important and often overlooked aspect of care for people with kidney disease. Similarly, conservative treatment of advanced kidney disease, or medical management without dialysis or transplantation, is not well understood by patients and care providers alike. In this episode of the Kidney Commute, our interprofessional team discusses these two important aspects of kidney disease care. This episode offers CME/CE credit to eligible listeners. If you'd like to claim credit, please go to kidney.org/podcast-CE to register for this episode and complete requirements.

We continue our exploration of some of the issues that could crop up if assisted dying becomes law under The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill that is currently working its way through Parliament.Today we consider what those final moments might be like and if the ideal of a peaceful death is a reality with the drug options currently available.To discuss we're joined by:Katherine Sleeman - Professor of Palliative Care at King's College London David Nicholl - Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital Birmingham Mark Taubert - Consultant Palliative Medicine at NHS Wales Erica Borgstrom - Professor of Medical Anthropology at The Open UniversityIt's claimed that within each of us there is a credit card's worth of microplastics. We dig into the figures underlying that with Kit Yates, Professor of Mathematical Biology at the University of Bath.And, we answer your questions after our programme on hearing loss with audiologist Dr Hannah Cooper, Kevin Munro, Professor of Audiology at the University of Manchester and Nish Mehta, an Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon at Royal National ENT Hospital.Presenter: James Gallagher Producers: Hannah Robins and Tom Bonnett Editor: Holly Squire

Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard talks with Dr. Elizabeth Anne Wood, a Professor of Sociology in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences here at Nassau Community College. Dr. Wood is also a death doula - and unfortunately, dealing with death can sometimes be a sad reality when thinking about our health. Dr. Wood has volunteered at the Palliative Care and Inpatient Hospice Unit at her local hospital, where she is exploring the creation of including doulas on their palliative care andinpatient hospice team.

This week on the show- what weather phobias do you suffer from? Do identical twins have the same fingerprints? Would you pay an arm and a leg for one-legged jeans? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto. Join their Hike on Sunday, May 4 and support compassionate, expert care at Kensington Health, a not-for-profit community care leader that provides specialized services including Hospice and Palliative Care. Register for the walk today at kensingtonhealth.org/hike.

We continue our exploration of some of the issues that could crop up if assisted dying becomes law under The Terminally Ill Adults End of Life Bill that is currently working its way through Parliament.Today we tackle safeguarding. How can we be certain an assisted death is what the person wants? And who should even bring up the conversation?To discuss we're joined by:Katherine Sleeman - Professor of Palliative Care at King's College London David Nicholl - Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital Birmingham Mark Taubert - Consultant Palliative Medicine at NHS Wales Erica Borgstrom - Professor of Medical Anthropology at The Open UniversityPresenter: James Gallahgher Producers: Hannah Robins Assistant Production: Tom Bonnett and Siobhan

Ghanashyam Das is an ordained Vaisnava Priest and Hospice Chaplain at Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Gainesville, FL. He lived for 11 years as a brahmacari monk in New York City at the Bhakti Center before transitioning to the Hospital setting and becoming a professional spiritual care provider. At New York Presbyterian Hospital he worked conjointly with the Pastoral Care Department and Palliative Care Services for 6 years. He teaches Bhakti Philosophy and Meditation at several Yoga Studios in NYC and Florida, and was the Co-founder of “End-of-Life Matters,” an End-of-life initiative for care givers offered at The Bhakti Center, a Vedic Cultural Center and Temple located in downtown Manhattan. He also previously served as Hindu Chaplain at both New York University and Columbia University. Presently, he works as a Hospice Chaplain at Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Gainesville FL, and also serves as one of the advisers for the End-of-Life Care Team at the Krishna Temple in Alachua, FL. Title of Session: Dying to Live: Death as Teacher Connect with Ghanashyam Das: EMAIL: ghanasyamdas108@gmail.com #GhanshyamDas #BhaktiYogaConference #HarvardDivinitySchool This event is hosted by ✨ Happy Jack Yoga University ✨ www.happyjackyoga.com ➡️ Facebook: /happyjackyoga ➡️ Instagram: @happyjackyoga Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School Experience a one-of-a-kind online opportunity with 40+ renowned scholars, monks, yogis, and thought leaders! REGISTER FOR FREE: www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-... This conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of sincere practitioners as they address the questions and challenges faced by us all. Expect thought-provoking discussions, actionable insights, and a deeper understanding of cultivating Grace in an Age of Distraction and incorporating Bhakti Yoga into your daily life.

Building Relationships through Outpatient Palliative Care with guest Dr. Dmitry Kozhevnikov April 6, 2025 Yale Cancer Center visit: http://www.yalecancercenter.org email: canceranswers@yale.edu call: 203-785-4095

In this episode, we explore the profound impact of Kelli Anspach MSN, CV-BC, NPD-BC, CHPN®'s thriving and sustainable training program, which has successfully trained more than 1,000 hospital nurses over the past 10 years through the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) program, founded by Betty Ferrell PhD, MSN, CHPN®. By providing nurses with the essential skills and knowledge to lead compassionate palliative care conversations, this initiative empowers staff to facilitate critical "goals of care" discussions with patients and families. In this episode, Kelli and Brett discuss how this training not only enhances collaboration with palliative care teams but also drives improved patient satisfaction and better overall care outcomes. Additionally, the conversation takes a closer look at the return on investment (ROI) for hospitals and demonstrates how training nurses across all service lines is a cost-effective strategy to elevate patient care, boost nurse confidence, and foster a more supportive health care environment. With the right education, staff can empower frontline nurses across various serious illness service lines to make a lasting, positive impact on patient care. HPNA is proud to partner with Betty Ferrell and City of Hope to offer virtual ELNEC Train-the-Trainer courses twice per year. Visit the HPNA website for more information on upcoming courses and to learn how you can make a difference at the system level in your own health care organization.     Kelli Maher Anspach, MSN, CV-BC, NPD-BC, CHPN® Kelli has her BSN and MSN from Drexel University. She holds multiple certifications: Cardiac Vascular Certified Nurse, Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse. Kelli has her ONS chemotherapy administration certification, is a certified Aromatherapy provider, and a Level 2 Reiki practitioner. Kelli has planned, presented, hosted, and facilitated many conferences from Women and Heart Disease to Nursing Research to Integrative Therapies but the most rewarding was her work with End of Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC). Kelli implemented ELNEC across a five-hospital health system from 2013-2018.  This included securing grant money for the project and educating more than 900 staff in end-of-life patient care. Kelli was the Winner of International ELNEC Award for excellence in education, has as presented at local and national conferences, and is published in her field.  Kelli continues to be a strong advocate for palliative care and started a palliative care champion model for nurses in her health system to support identified knowledge and practice gaps. Kelli is a Nurse Residency Facilitator where she helps to support and mentor new graduate nurses in their transition to their first year as a professional nurse and lectures for the program on End-of-Life Nursing and Self Care. She teaches classes in oncology, telemetry nursing, and preceptor development for her health system. Kelli is a mother of three, loves to dance and hike, and enjoys her day-to-day role as a Clinical Nurse Educator at Lankenau Medical Center, part of Main Line Health System.   Brett Snodgrass, DNP, FNP-C, ACHPN®, FAANP Dr. Brett Snodgrass has been a registered nurse for 28 years and a Family Nurse Practitioner for 18 years, practicing in multiple settings, including family practice, urgent care, emergency departments, administration, chronic pain and palliative medicine. She is currently the Operations Director for Palliative Medicine at Baptist Health Systems in Memphis, TN. She is board certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is also a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and an Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse. She completed a Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Alabama – Huntsville. She is a nationally recognized nurse practitioner speaker and teacher. Brett is a chronic pain expert, working for more than 20 years with chronic pain and palliative patients in a variety of settings. She is honored to be the HPNA 2025 podcast host. She is married with two daughters, two son in laws, one grandson, and now an empty nest cat. She and her family are actively involved in their church and she is an avid reader.

The Terminally Ill Adults End of Life Bill is working its way through Parliament. If it became law in England and Wales it would be one of those moments in history that profoundly changes society. There are similar discussions taking place in Scotland, the Isle of Man and Jersey too. To be clear about what we're doing on Inside Health. We're not going to debate the rights or wrongs of assisted dying. Or go through the politics of the Bill. Instead, over the next few episodes we're going to explore some of the issues that will come up if assisted dying goes ahead. We're going to start with eligibility and who could get an assisted death under the proposed rules? To discuss we're joined by:Katherine Sleeman - Professor of Palliative Care at King's College London David Nicholl - Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital Birmingham Mark Taubert - Consultant Palliative Medicine at NHS Wales Erica Borgstrom - Professor of Medical Anthropology at The Open UniversityAlso in the programme we have exclusive research on the differences between men and women's immune systems and why that affects the risks of infection and even autoimmune disease. James speaks Professor Lucy Wedderburn from the Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health and Director of the Centre for Adolescent Rheumatology at University College London, and Associate Professor Dr Lizzy Rosser also from the Centre for Adolescent Rheumatology at University College London.Presenter: James Gallagher Producers: Hannah Robins & Tom Bonnett

In this Heartline Echo Episode, I sit down with Dr. Arian Nachat, an emergency medicine and palliative care physician who's making waves in healthcare. We explore her multifaceted career and the innovative platform she's created to address critical gaps in palliative care access. Dr. Nachat shares her journey from emergency medicine to palliative care, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to patient care. We discuss the challenges facing healthcare today, including the corporatization of medicine and its impact on patient-doctor relationships. Our conversation delves into the heart of what it means to provide compassionate care, especially for those facing serious illnesses. Dr. Nachat's insights on the importance of truly listening to patients and understanding their values are both inspiring and practical. Key insights from our discussion include: The evolution of emergency medicine and the need for a more patient-centered approach The critical role of palliative care in modern healthcare and why it's often misunderstood How technology can bridge the gap in palliative care access, especially in rural areas The importance of having difficult conversations about end-of-life care and advanced directives Balancing a medical career with motherhood and personal well-being Discover how to: Navigate career transitions in medicine while staying true to your values Incorporate a more holistic approach to patient care in high-stress environments Use technology to improve healthcare access and patient outcomes Find your voice as a healthcare professional and advocate for change Balance the demands of a medical career with personal life and family responsibilities This episode offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals at all stages of their careers, as well as anyone interested in the human side of medicine. Dr. Nachat's journey from the emergency room to founding a palliative care platform demonstrates the diverse paths available within the medical field. "Talking to me isn't about talking about dying. It's actually talking about how you want to live because your values and what brings meaning to you and how you define those things determines how you're going to live." - Dr. Arian Nachat Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that bridges the gap between medical expertise and human experience, offering a rare glimpse into the world of emergency medicine, palliative care, and the evolving landscape of healthcare. Connect with Dr. Arian Nachat: LinkedIn: Arian Nachat MD Website: https://pallity.com/

Send us a textIn this crossover episode of TCNtalks, host Chris Comeaux interviews NY Times bestselling author T. R. Reid. They discuss Reid's experiences and insights from researching healthcare systems around the world, particularly the need for universal coverage and the various models of healthcare delivery.T.R. emphasizes the importance of a key principle in any functional healthcare system at a national level: healthcare for everyone.  He wrote about this in his NY Times bestselling book The Healing of America.  Some of the key discoveries in the book are the inefficiencies of the U.S. healthcare system compared to others worldwide and the potential benefits of adopting a government-run healthcare model similar to Medicare and the VA.  Reid also critiques the profit-driven nature of American health insurance and advocates for reforms prioritizing patient care over profits.T.R. and Chris then discuss the unique window of opportunity in 2025 and the need for a new framing of universal healthcare, suggesting alternatives in language around 'Medicare for All.'  T.R. emphasizes the importance of price controls in reducing administrative costs and improving efficiency in healthcare systems.  Reid also addresses the role of innovation in healthcare, arguing that high costs do not necessarily lead to better medical advancements.  He cites several excellent examples of recent innovations, all from outside the U.S.  This is a great listen as the U.S. spends more on healthcare, yet we are not even in the top 10 in the world.  It's hard to make one aspect of healthcare successful, like Hospice and Palliative Care, if the broader ecosystem it resides in is flawed and unsustainable.  Join us; this is very timely.Guest: T.R. Reid, Author of the NY Times Best Selling book The Healing of AmericaHost:  Chris Comeaux, President/CEO of TCN/TCGhttps://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership/the-healing-of-america-with-t.r.-reid

In this crossover show of TCNalks / Anatomy Of Leadership, host Chris Comeaux interviews NY Times bestselling author T. R. Reid.  They discuss T. R. Reid's experiences and insights from researching healthcare systems around the world, particularly focusing on the need for universal coverage and the various models of healthcare delivery.T.R. emphasizes the importance of a key principle in any functional healthcare system at a national level: healthcare for everyone.  He wrote about this in his NY Times bestselling book The Healing of America.  Some of the key discoveries in the book are the inefficiencies of the U.S. healthcare system compared to others worldwide and the potential benefits of adopting a government-run healthcare model similar to Medicare and the VA.  Reid also critiques the profit-driven nature of American health insurance and advocates for reforms prioritizing patient care over profits.T.R. and Chris then discuss the unique window of opportunity in 2025 and the need for a new framing of universal healthcare, suggesting alternatives in language around 'Medicare for All.'  T.R. emphasizes the importance of price controls in reducing administrative costs and improving efficiency in healthcare systems.  Reid also addresses the role of innovation in healthcare, arguing that high costs do not necessarily lead to better medical advancements.  He cites several excellent examples of recent innovations, all from outside the U.S.  This is a great listen as the U.S. spends more on healthcare, yet we are not even in the top 10 in the world.  It's hard to make one aspect of healthcare successful, like Hospice and Palliative Care, if the broader ecosystem it resides in is flawed and unsustainable.  Join us; this is very timely.Guest: T.R. Reid, Author of the NY Times Best Selling book The Healing of AmericaHost:  Chris Comeaux, President/CEO of TCN/TCGhttps://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast/the-healing-of-america-with-t.r.-reidTeleios Collaborative Network / https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

Health New Zealand's commitment to boosting specialist palliative care for dying children is under scrutiny, after promises it was actively recruiting more staff, despite not advertising any jobs. Anusha Bradley reports.

The Prime Minister says his government will put an end to "busy bodies weaponising the Resource Management Act". Cabinet has signed off on the high-level design of a new system, having repealed the former government's reforms in late 2023. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann.

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating an oral health care system that is accessible, equitable, and integrated. Learn more about how their advocacy, philanthropy, research, and education are creating a better oral health system at carequest.org/turnonthelights Palliative care aims to treat symptoms and improve patients' quality of life, even if they are not terminally ill, and should be integrated early in the treatment process. In this episode, Dr. Christine Cassel, a pioneer in geriatrics and palliative care, shares her journey from an aspiring philosopher to an influential figure in health care. She discusses her early experiences that ignited her passion for moral philosophy and medicine, leading to her groundbreaking work in end-of-life care and palliative medicine. Dr. Cassel highlights the importance of early palliative care, emphasizing its role in symptom relief and preparing patients and families for the future. She also delves into her current initiative, Bridging Divides, aimed at fostering respectful conversations and reducing polarization within medical schools and beyond, emphasizing the power of curiosity, intellectual humility, and the "exhausted majority" in bridging divides. Tune in to learn about Dr. Cassel's impactful career, the evolution of palliative care, and strategies for promoting understanding and unity in a divided world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As far as we've come in the 50 years since Balfour Mount and Sue Britton opened the first palliative care at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Quebec, have we lost something along the way? In today's podcast we welcome some of the early pioneers in palliative care to talk about the roots of palliative care.  Sue Britton was the first nurse hired on that palliative care unit. Michael Kearney on a transformational meeting in Cicely Saunders's office, with Balfour Mount at her side and a glass of sherry.  Justin Sanders wants to be sure the newer generations of palliative care clinicians understand the early principles and problems that animated the founders of hospice and palliative care, including: Origins of the word “palliative” - it's not what I thought! Yes, it means “to cloak,” but there's more… Whole-person-care Total pain Healing as a process distinct from the deterioration of the body Sympomatologists The patient and family as the unit of care  Our guests referenced many articles on this podcast, linked above and below.  If you read just one, read Palliative Medicine - Just Another Specialty? by Kearney. I promise it's short. 2 pages.  Here's a taste:  …While there is an abusive and useless dimension to illness, pain and suffering which needs to be removed if at all possible, there is also potential in such experience…If we in palliative medicine fail to accept this view, a view which allows that there may also be a potential in the suffering of the dying process, if we sell out completely to the literalism of the medical model with its view that such suffering is only a problem, we will be in danger of following a pattern which could significantly limit our scope for development and lead to our becoming 'symptomatologists', within just another specialty.  And love that Jim Croce choice.  What's in a name? I've got a name.  Enjoy!  -Alex Smith   Links Link to the McGill National Grand Rounds Series on Palliative Care, Michael Kearney as initial presenter, and registration for future events. No, you don't need to be Canadian. Canadians are welcoming. Palliative Medicine - Just Another Specialty? In Palliative Medicine By Kearney Joe Wood's book on Total Pain  Balfour Mount's memoir Ten Thousand Crossroads paper on Healing Connections in JPSM and Healing and Palliative Care in Palliative Medicine Cicely Saunders: A Life and Legacy, by David Clark Self-Care of Physicians Caring for Patients at the End of Life, by Michael Kearney and colleagues in JAMA Perspectives on Care at the Close of Life series Twycross on Readdressing Balance in Hospice

Debbie Parker Oliver is a professor at Washington University and a seasoned hospice care professional. When her husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer, Debbie's expertise was put to the test. Debbie and her husband made a conscious decision to focus on quality time rather than aggressive treatments. This choice, influenced by their backgrounds in hospice and gerontology, allowed them to create lasting memories and live life to the fullest despite the looming presence of cancer. Their journey highlights the importance of understanding hospice care, which shifts the focus from curing the disease to managing symptoms and enhancing the quality of life for both patients and their families. Through a series of videos, Debbie and her husband documented their experiences, offering invaluable insights and support to others facing similar challenges. These videos serve as a legacy, providing guidance and comfort to both the general public and medical professionals. They can be viewed Debbie's story is about living your best life. She encourages us to ask the right questions, advocate for ourselves, and make informed decisions about our health and well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of living with cancer and the role of hospice care.   #Hospice #PalliativeCare #Cancer #Caregiving Subscribers can enjoy extended conversations from this podcast. To subscribe, go to     What they're saying:   “This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road.” –Pragito Dove   “Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth.”   –Gary Hensel   Learn more at   Follow Bump on: ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️