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Palliative Care

Palliative Care

Palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for patients and their families through the management of symptoms, pain and stress brought on by a serious illness.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the benefits of palliative care?

Research trials have shown improved quality of life, care coordination, decreased symptoms, and improved survival.

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Stanford Palliative Care: Torrey Simons, MD, PhD, MHS
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Stanford Palliative Care: Torrey Simons, MD, PhD, MHS

Torrey Simons, MD, PhD, MHS, on how palliative care facilitates patient-centered care

When is the right time for palliative care?

Anytime you feel significant physical, emotional, spiritual or psychosocial distress from a serious illness.

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Stanford Palliative Care: Kavitha Ramchandran, MD
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Stanford Palliative Care: Kavitha Ramchandran, MD

Kavitha Ramchandran, MD, discusses when to access palliative care

What does a palliative care team do?

We focus on reducing symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

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Stephanie Harman, MD, on How Palliative Care at Stanford is Unique
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Stephanie Harman, MD, on How Palliative Care at Stanford is Unique

Stephanie Harman, MD, on How Palliative Care at Stanford is Unique

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Rosalind Faraone, LCSW, Discusses How Social Workers Help With Advance Care Planning
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Rosalind Faraone, LCSW, Discusses How Social Workers Help With Advance Care Planning

Rosalind Faraone, LCSW, Discusses How Social Workers Help With Advance Care Planning

Is palliative care different from hospice care?

Yes. While hospice teams often have expertise in palliative medicine, hospice is focused on providing care at end-of life.

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Stanford Palliative Care: Joshua Fronk, DO
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Stanford Palliative Care: Joshua Fronk, DO

Joshua Fronk, DO, on the differences between palliative care and hospice care

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