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Post Please forward to Gretchen Brown
Author: LoriB
Date: Feb 14, 2008 2:44 pm
In PCLC audio conference this afternoon Gretchen offered an excellent definition of the differences between hospice and palliative care. We were unable to ask her to restate that for our further consideration. Could this be provided?

Thank you
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+ Re:Please forward to Gretchen Brown (by janetbraun on 02/15/2008)
This is Gretchen, from Janet's computer. Of course I don't remember what I said exactly but the point I usually make is that while all hospice is palliative care, palliative care is much broader as it has no requirement about how long the patient has to live nor more importantly does the patient have to relinquish care aimed at cure. Further, many palliative interventions are more agressive and more costly than many hospices can afford or consider part of the patients plan of care. I think I did make the point it was important to be clear about the distinction as for many programs that start at the initiation of the hospice the staff might be the same person. While this person absolutely needs to be able to explain the difference to referring physicians and other hospital staff as well as to patients and families, there is a positive side if that staff gains the trust of the referers and families that that person can direct the care in either direction based on the needs and wishes of the patient/family and the condition of the patient. Gretchen Brown.
Re:Please forward to Gretchen Brown (by tcousounis on 02/24/2008)
Gretchen, I was participating in the audioconference and can confirm that your recollection of how you distinguished between palliative care and hospice is indeed on the mark.
Tim Cousounis, MDvantage Palliative Care Group
www.palliativecarebilling.com

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