Hospice and Palliative Care

Most people balance medical treatment options against the quality of life they will experience. But few understand the details of palliative care and hospice. In this episode, Lauren Smeltzer of Hospice for All Seasons explains when palliative care and hospice are appropriate, the team of professionals involved, and the scope of services that enrich the lives of the patient and the patient's family members.

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