What can be done to improve end-of-life care? Our Dr. Eduardo Bruera answers some commonly asked questions on palliative care: fal.cn/3yFQF El País English Edition @edubru #EndCancer

Proposed conditions that could improve continuity of care include knowing the other team; communicating intentionally; and acknowledging and valuing the role of the other team. #hpm #hapc #palliativecare buff.ly/3uQKM8u

Guiding an Improved #Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model: We discuss the new alternative payment model that supports Comprehensive Dementia Care and #caregivers. Guests Dr. Malaz Boustani and Diane Ty. Milken Institute Future of Aging Episode bit.ly/GeriPalEp292 - hosts Alex Smith, MD | Eric Widera, MD

Our palliative care chaplain brought us together for a remembrance ceremony on winter solstice ♥️ “Remembering 2023: our patients, their families, and our holy work together” - Chaplain Betsy

Cheyne Stokes respiration at end of life- Thread Can be scary to witness for family, loved ones and health care professionals looking on. Understanding a little about what is happening may help alleviate some of that distress 🧵

Another great patient safety conference delivered by one of our own fellows - Dr. Dalal! Amazing conversation about malignant bowel obstruction and PTEG!

Acknowledging emotion helps build connection and trust. Verbalize what you observe. #VitalTips #VitalTalk #HCSM #HealthcareInnovation #Patientcare #HealthcareCommunication

Our fellows knocking it outta the park! An insightful and thorough overview of how the end of life can impact our incarcerated patients.

Acknowledging your own emotions is just as important as recognizing those of your patient. Checking in with yourself helps you remain authentic and empathize effectively! #VitalTips #VitalTalk #Empathy #HealthcareCommunication

Participants articulate gratitude in five ways: (1) appreciating others; (2) love; (3) need to reciprocate; (4) appreciating the little things; (5) solace amid serious illness #hpm #hapc buff.ly/42xRCfZ

So proud of our Palli faculty in sharing their communication skills with our learners!

Check out this review by one of our very own in Journal of Palliative Medicine !

When treating symptoms in a serious illness like cancer, treating the symptom itself is just the first part of the job. You also have to look for the luggage! 🧳 #hapc #pallonc #supponc

Palliative care can provide support for a better quality of life for you, your family, and your caregivers. #palliativecare

Check out this collaborative publication featuring members of UT Southwestern Palliative Care and UTSW Cardiology Fellowship . Increasing Knowledge about Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators at the End of Life, an Effective Approach for Hospice Workers to Improve Patient Care authors.elsevier.com/a/1icC%7E39K9y…

Texas HPM representing at AAHPM's annual assembly! #hapc24

Yes, we fan-girled really hard! #hapc24

The end of the academic year comes with so many things to celebrate. Here's a shout out to our graduating fellows who show up for patients AND each other!

Join us in celebrating National Palliative Care Month! 🕊️ UT Southwestern Palliative Care Week highlights the importance of palliative care and the need for advance care planning. #PalliativeCare #UTSW events.utsouthwestern.edu/event/palliati…