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“I Am, We Are AAHPM: Celebrating Our Diversity” Selected as 2020 Power of A Gold Award Winner by ASAE

August 4, 2020 by AAHPM

In recognition of its efforts to create an inclusive and educational environment that recognizes and thrives from the diverse backgrounds, cultures and convictions of its members and the patients and families they serve, AAHPM was selected to receive the coveted Power of A Gold Award from the American Society of Association Executives. The awards recognize … Read more“I Am, We Are AAHPM: Celebrating Our Diversity” Selected as 2020 Power of A Gold Award Winner by ASAE

Highlights of the August 2020 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

August 3, 2020 by AAHPM

Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. “So, I try not to go …” Acute-On-Chronic Breathlessness and Presentation to the Emergency Department: In-depth Interviews With Patients, Carers, and Clinicians Ann Hutchinson, Kathleen Galvin, Miriam J. Johnson Attitudes of Professional Caregivers and … Read moreHighlights of the August 2020 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Week in Review: July 27-31, 2020

July 31, 2020 by AAHPM

Week in Review Register to be a part of the AAHPM free virtual career fair on August 11, 10 am to 6 pm ET. Space is still available for employers looking to expand their hospice and palliative care workforce. Individuals looking for new opportunities will be able to meet with employers, search open positions, chat live with … Read moreWeek in Review: July 27-31, 2020

Week in Review: July 20-24, 2020

July 24, 2020 by AAHPM

Please share your interest and comfort level traveling to a large conference in the next year to help us determine the best way to design the 2021 Annual Assembly. Take this short survey by July 30. Register to be a part of the AAHPM free virtual career fair on August 11, 10 am to 6 pm ET. … Read moreWeek in Review: July 20-24, 2020

Week in Review: July 13-17, 2020

July 17, 2020 by AAHPM

Quality of Care = Quality of Life. The NHPCO, AAHPM and HPNA Virtual Conference early bird rate has been extended through July 20. Organizations that register will receive two logins to help programs that are working in different locations. Learn more and register. Submit a Scientific or Quality Improvement Project Paper or Poster for … Read moreWeek in Review: July 13-17, 2020

Week in Review: July 6-10, 2020

July 10, 2020 by AAHPM

Save the date and register to be a part of the AAHPM free virtual career fair on August 11, 10 am to 6 pm ET. Update your CV and prepare to connect with organizations who have open positions in hospice and palliative care. You’ll be able to meet with employers, search open positions, chat live … Read moreWeek in Review: July 6-10, 2020

Highlights of the July 2020 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

July 7, 2020 by AAHPM

Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Quality assessments of end-of-life care by medical record review for patients dying in intensive care units in Taiwan Mei-Ling Lo, Chung-Chi Huang, Tsung-Hui Hu, Wen-Chi Chou, Li-Pang Chuang, Ming Chu Chiang, Fur-Hsing Wen, Siew … Read moreHighlights of the July 2020 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Week in Review: June 22-26, 2020

June 26, 2020 by AAHPM

Kim Curseen, chair of the Membership & Communities Strategic Coordinating Committee, shared a reflection at the June 19 AAHPM Board meeting on the significance of Juneteenth and the current social injustice taking place. The board then approved the following: Funding for Phase 3 of the Learning Management System. Q1 2020 financial statements. Inclusion Integration Advisory … Read moreWeek in Review: June 22-26, 2020

Week in Review: June 15-19, 2020

June 19, 2020 by AAHPM

Covid-19 assistance is available for AAHPM members: Pose questions on Connect and learn how your colleagues are managing the pandemic. Review resources on our COVID-19 webpage, including the new free webinar, The Heat is On: Fever at the End of Life – COVD vs Normal Dying. Submit your research to JPSM which is fast tracking … Read moreWeek in Review: June 15-19, 2020

Week in Review: June 8-12, 2020

June 12, 2020 by AAHPM

Volunteer to serve on a committee, advisory/working group or as a reviewer or contributor. Complete the application by June 19, 2020 to be considered for volunteer service. All volunteers must be AAHPM members in good standing. Share your skills and expertise in hospice and palliative care while growing professionally and advancing the field. Nominate a … Read moreWeek in Review: June 8-12, 2020