Living Your Best Life - How Palliative Care Can Improve Quality of Life

Explore the essential role of palliative care in improving quality of life for individuals living with serious illnesses. Learn about the specialized medical care that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and stress, regardless of age or stage of illness. Discover how palliative care services support patients by seeing the person beyond the disease and working alongside other medical professionals to provide comprehensive, whole-person care. Gain insights from Dr. Grant Smith, a palliative care physician and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, as he explains when palliative care might be appropriate for you or your loved ones. Delve into the resources available through Stanford's Palliative Care Center of Excellence and learn how to access additional information through Stanford's medical librarians and free mindfulness and meditation resources.