Dr. Jeff Spiess knows the ins and outs of end of life care as a hospice medical director.  He shares his wisdom in a great discussion about hospice, care transitions, and the obstacles to creating advance care planning.  Dr. Spiess’s book “Dying with Ease - A Compassionate Guide to Making End-of-Life Decisions” is a must-read for anyone who is dealing with a serious illness either as a patient or a caregiver.  In our discussion, he describes the rewards and the burdens of working with an interdisciplinary team.  Dr. Spiess’s insights into the role of a hospice doctor are enlightening and inspiring.  You can connect with Dr. Spiess at https://drjeffspiess.com/ and buy his book at Amazon or Barnes & Noble.  Subscribe to his mailing list on his website or purchase the book here.  Have more questions about hospice or making end of life decisions? Check out The Heart of Hospice website for information that can make your hospice experience better and easier.  We’re always happy to hear from you - send an email to [email protected].  You are The Heart of Hospice!