Nathan E. Goldstein, MD, is a professor of geriatrics and palliative medicine at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
How to get symptom relief and comfort for your loved one—and yourself.
Both provide comfort to patients, but they’re very different kinds of care.
For one thing, it doesn’t mean a patient is at the end of their life.
Setting aside time for yourself can fend off burnout before it happens.
You can’t provide the best care if your tank is empty.
Memory loss affects more than just the ability to recall information.
Palliative care helps people at any stage of illness improve their quality of life.