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Concierge Palliative & End-of-life Care

A rapidly changing landscape

Sometimes progress can seem slow, but perceptions and practices of End of Life Care are changing all around the world. Browse the articles and updates below to learn the latest on Empowered Endings, and End of Life Care in general. Don’t forget to check back regularly.

Recent articles:

A Better Ending: How Death Doulas and Doctors Are Transforming End-of-Life Care

A Better Ending: How Death Doulas and Doctors Are Transforming End-of-Life Care

In this heartfelt conversation that touches the core of our shared humanity, host Jacqui Clark sits down with Dr. Bob Uslander and death doula Lori Krause to explore how their…

The Green Nurse Podcast with Dr. Bob Uslander – Exploring Plant Medicine

Our Co-Founder and Medical Director, Dr. Bob Uslander, was featured on The Green Nurse Podcast recently. Host Sarah Mann, a former hospice nurse herself, creates a beautiful space where vital…

Psychology Today: National Healthcare Decisions Day: Commonly Asked Questions

Dr. Bob Uslander shares invaluable insights in his latest Psychology Today article, tackling the most pressing questions about healthcare planning. His compassionate guidance was timely for National Healthcare Decisions Day….

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Our Story Part 2

We’re excited to share a resource that offers comfort during life’s challenging transitions. The Empowered Endings Podcast has launched, providing a compassionate space for conversations about end-of-life with dignity and…

Psychology Today,The Vital Role Social Work Plays in Palliative Care

Psychology Today: The Vital Role Social Work Plays in Palliative Care

When we think about healthcare, especially for those facing serious illness, we often picture doctors and nurses providing medical treatments. But there’s another presence in the room, one that often…

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Our Story Part 1

We’re excited to share a resource that offers comfort during life’s challenging transitions. The Empowered Endings Podcast has launched, providing a compassionate space for conversations about end-of-life with dignity and…

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Psychology Today: Why Time Matters – 5 Strategies to Enhance Your Doctor Visits

As a physician raising the bar in palliative and end of life care, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our healthcare system’s emphasis on quantity over quality has profoundly impacted the doctor-patient…

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Psychology Today: Navigating a Smooth Transition from Hospital to Home Care

When being discharged from the hospital, a high percentage of people face emotions such as anxiety and fear, which can make the process of transitioning from hospital care to safe…

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Journal of Aid-in-Dying Medicine: Spiritual Care for Patients Considering Medical Aid in Dying

Partnering with co-author Robert Drake, Empowered Endings Co-Founder and CEO Elizabeth Uslander published the article, “Spiritual Care for Patients Considering Medical Aid in Dying” in this groundbreaking medical journal. This resource…

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Journal of Aid-in-Dying Medicine: Voluntary Stopping of Eating and Drinking as a Bridge to Aid in Dying – A Clinician’s Counterpoint

Empowered Endings is grateful to be a part of the groundbreaking medical journal focused on the practice of Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). This valuable resource is tailored for hospice…