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The Future of Palliative Care: The AAHPM Next Gen Scholars for Equity in HPM Program

The AAHPM Next Gen Scholars for Equity in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Program is a fantastic opportunity for early-career individuals who are passionate about advancing hospice and palliative medicine. It is specifically designed for those who are historically marginalized and underrepresented in the field and want to make a difference. The program offers a transformative … Read moreThe Future of Palliative Care: The AAHPM Next Gen Scholars for Equity in HPM Program

Unlocking Insights: Exploring Open Access Articles in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

In the realm of medical research for hospice and palliative care, access to high-quality content is paramount. Open access publishing has increasingly gained prominence, offering unrestricted access to scholarly articles. Today, we delve into the realm of pain and symptom management. Plus, we will explore the benefits that come with becoming an AAHPM member and … Read moreUnlocking Insights: Exploring Open Access Articles in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Apply today for PC-FACS Editorial Board Positions!

Join our Editorial Board: 9 Open Positions Available for PC-FACS! Looking to serve as an editorial leader for PC-FACS? The editorial team is seeking applications for 3 Senior Section Editors and 6 Associate Editor positions for the following sections: PC-FACS Senior Section Editors – (1) Hospice, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Interface and Regulatory Issues; (1) Geriatrics and are Transitions; (1) … Read moreApply today for PC-FACS Editorial Board Positions!

Top 6 Most-Read JPSM Articles from June-July

Here’s a roundup of the 6 most-read Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM) articles of the past 30 days, documenting key concerns, emerging trends, and topics of interest that were most relevant to the hospice and palliative care community. 1.)  Opioid- Induced Itching: Morphine Sulfate and Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Jerald Katcher, MD | Declan Walsh, … Read moreTop 6 Most-Read JPSM Articles from June-July

Highlights of the March 2022 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care Pediatrics: Curriculum Use and Dissemination Andrea C. Postier, PhD, MPH, Joanne Wolfe, MD, MPH, Joshua Hauser, MD, Stacy S. Remke, MSW, LICSW, Justin N Baker, MD, Alison Kolste, … Read moreHighlights of the March 2022 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

AAHPM Monthly Wrap Up – October 2021

Registration has launched for the 2022 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care, held February 9-12 in Nashville, TN. Registrants can choose how they would like to attend the Annual Assembly, whether in-person or virtually. No matter how you join us, all registrants will receive access to the virtual Annual Assembly platform to allow for … Read moreAAHPM Monthly Wrap Up – October 2021

Highlights of the March 2021 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Psychological Distress in Bereaved Caregivers of Patients With Advanced Cancer Areej El-Jawahri, Joseph A. Greer, Elyse R. Park, Vicki A. Jackson, Mihir Kamdar, Simone P. Rinaldi, Emily R. Gallagher, Annemarie D. Jagielo, Carlisle E.W. … Read moreHighlights of the March 2021 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Week in Review: January 11-15, 2021

We are four weeks away from the Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care (February 17-19). There are two new sessions that have been added to the educational session schedule: COVID-19 Conversations: Moral Concerns – Just Allocation of Resources, Moral Distress, Supporting Team Resilience COVID-19 Conversations: Practical Concerns – Prognostication, Communication, Public Health Advocacy View … Read moreWeek in Review: January 11-15, 2021

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

Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Utilization of Hospice Care Services: A Cohort Study in Taiwan Yi-Chang Chou, Yung-Feng Yen, Rung-Chuang Feng, Meng-Ping Wu, Ya-Ling Lee, Dachen Chu, Sheng-Jean Huang, J. Randall Curtis, … Read moreHighlights of the September 2020 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management