What Does a Palliative Doctor Do?
A doctor specializing and certified in palliative medicine provides care as your loved one who is facing the many challenges of living with a serious illness. While other doctors focus on the patient's general health or treating the disease or condition, palliative doctors concentrate on preventing and alleviating suffering and maintaining your caregiver's quality of life.
Team Approach
To best meet your needs, palliative care uses a team approach. The specially- trained team, headed by the palliative doctor, may include nurses, social workers, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other medical and nonmedical professionals and volunteers who provide an extra layer of support.
Where to get Palliative Care
Palliative care can also be arranged to be received at a nursing home, assisted living facility, or at your home.
How to find a Palliative Care Team
Find the right palliative care team for your loved one by searching the Provider Directory on Getpalliativecare.org. This easy-to-use directory can help you find a palliative care program in your area.
