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Palliative and Supportive Care

Palliative and Supportive Care

Focused on Quality of Life, Every Day

Palliative and supportive care is designed to help patients with serious illnesses live more comfortably and fully. It’s not hospice nor is it end-of-life care, but rather specialized support focused on improving quality of life at any stage of a serious health condition. Our team of experts works closely with you and your family to provide care that's tailored to your unique needs, offering guidance and comfort throughout your journey.

This type of care often supports individuals living with chronic or complex conditions such as cancer, heart disease, cystic fibrosis, dementia, end-stage liver disease, kidney failure, lung disease, and stroke. Our goal is to ease the challenges that come with these illnesses by helping manage symptoms like pain, nausea, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, sleep issues, fatigue, and emotional or spiritual distress.

We're here when you need us:

  • In the hospital: your attending provider can refer you or you can ask your medical team if this is a good option for you.
  • Outside the hospital: talk with your healthcare provider about a referral, or call us to learn more about our services.

What to Expect

Our palliative and supportive care team is made up of dedicated professionals—including physicians, advanced practice nurses, social workers, chaplains, and others—who work together to support your personal goals and well-being. As part of our commitment to excellence, you may also meet medical students and residents who are learning alongside our experienced team. We’re proud to help shape the future of palliative care by training the next generation of compassionate providers.

We collaborate closely with a wide range of specialties, including internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, pulmonology, hospice, and rehabilitation, to ensure your care is comprehensive and tailored to your needs.

Related Specialties

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    Pediatric Palliative and Supportive Care

    This specialized medical care is for kids and teens living with a chronic or life-limiting condition. We aim to ease symptoms and help with care coordination.

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Trusted Resources

  • Get Palliative Care

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  • American Cancer Society

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