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Caring Through Crisis: A Deeper Look at Palliative and Hospice Care
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In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Anne Front, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker, to explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions of palliative and hospice care. Anne shares her personal experience as both a cancer survivor and a caregiver, offering profound insights into end-of-life care, the value of early palliative support, and the importance of preserving dignity and humanity in healthcare.
Whether you're a healthcare provider, a patient, or a caregiver, this episode will deepen your understanding of what it means to care — truly and fully — through some of life’s most vulnerable moments.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and Disclaimer
00:41 – The Importance of Humanity in Medicine
01:25 – Guest Introduction: Anne Front
02:02 – Understanding Palliative Care
02:38 – Anne's Journey into Palliative Care
04:06 – Challenges in End-of-Life Decisions
08:01 – Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care
10:04 – Anne's Personal Experience with Cancer
13:08 – The Role of Palliative Care Teams
19:36 – Understanding Hospice Care
22:54 – Discussing Quality of Life
25:32 – Evaluating Treatment Options
26:46 – Understanding Quality of Life
27:24 – Medical Perspectives and Patient Trust
29:25 – Cultural Differences in End-of-Life Care
30:13 – Advanced Healthcare Planning
31:01 – Challenges in Palliative Care Communication
33:17 – Doctors' Emotional Struggles
36:07 – The Importance of Humanity in Healthcare
43:47 – Professional Care for Healthcare Providers
44:20 – Final Thoughts and Resources
💬 Connect with Anne Front:
Website: annefront.com
TikTok: @thepalliativetherapist
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