Month: August 2013

How to Start an Outpatient Palliative Care Program

Sharon Tapper, MD About 5 years ago, it became clear to me that patients seen by our Palliative Care Service in the acute hospital (1) needed follow-up when they were discharged, (2) many would not have wanted to be there in the first place, and (3) most did not have their wishes documented in an … Read moreHow to Start an Outpatient Palliative Care Program

Indianapolis, Here We Come!

Will you be joining 400 of your hospice colleagues August 29-31 at the AAHPM Hospice Medical Director Conference in Indianapolis? Several local Academy members have offered their picks for the best restaurants, greatest attractions and fun neighborhoods in the Indianapolis area. For more suggestions check out VisitIndy.com and follow @VisitIndy on Twitter. Feel free and … Read moreIndianapolis, Here We Come!