How Palliative Care Can Smooth Over Transitions of Care
In a Palliative Care News article, CAPC Founder and Director Emerita, Diane E. Meier, MD, discusses the essential role of the palliative care team in transitions of care. Through careful coordination with patients, families, and other clinicians, palliative care teams make these transitions safer and smoother, providing clear communication, ensuring the safe use of medication, supporting and educating patients and families, and managing follow-up care throughout the process.