The Surgical Palliative Care Podcast
As one of just 80 U.S. surgeons currently board-certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Dr. Red created The Surgical Palliative Care Podcast to showcase the founders and the leaders of the surgical palliative care movement. Tune in to hear more about the rich history of the profession, to stay up to date on the latest research and to learn how to integrate palliative care into your practice. Hosted by Dr. Red and a variety of co-hosts, The Surgical Palliative Care Podcast aims to educate, foster community and provide mentorship to all those interested in making certain that all surgical and trauma patients receive the excellent treatment they deserve.
Episode 1: Dr. Balfour Mount: The Father of Palliative Care
Join host Dr. Red Hoffman and co-host Dr. Matt Nielsen for the premiere episode of The Surgical Palliative Care Podcast as they interview Dr. Balfour Mount, the father of Palliative Care in North America. Bal discusses his early days as a urologic oncologist, his work with Dame Cicely Saunders, his palliative care pilot project at the Royal Victoria Hospital and his experiences as a surgeon providing palliative care to his patients. Prepare to be inspired!
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