Hospice Explained

131 The Unsung Heroes: Examining the Role of Chaplains in End-of-Life Care


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The Unsung Heroes: Examining the Role of Chaplains in End-of-Life Care In episode 131 of Hospice Explained, Marie Betcher RN interviews Dr. Robert Klitzman, a distinguished psychiatrist and author. Dr. Klitzman discusses his latest book, 'Dr. Will You Pray For Me?: Medicine, Chaplains, and Healing the Whole Person' which explores the crucial role of chaplains in providing spiritual, existential, and emotional support to patients and their families during end-of-life care. He shares personal stories, including his sister's death on 9/11, and emphasizes the importance of chaplains in addressing non-medical aspects of patient care, which often go overlooked. The conversation highlights the need for more educational efforts to encourage acceptance of hospice and palliative care, and stresses that chaplains should be recognized as essential members of the healthcare team. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:29 Meet Dr. Robert Klitzman 01:34 Dr. Klitzman's Journey and Insights 03:19 The Role of Chaplains in Healthcare 07:05 Stories of Compassion and Healing 10:06 Challenges and Misunderstandings 14:05 The Importance of Hospice and Palliative Care 25:03 Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned 33:01 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement Buy Dr. Robert Klitzman's Books: https://www.klitzman.com/works.htm

Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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