In episode 88 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Dr. Kaishauna Guidry, a California-based mobile physician specializing in hospice care. Dr. Guidry discusses her journey into the hospice field, starting from her introduction to palliative care as a medical student to founding Mourning Dove Medical. She highlights her role as an educator and healthcare advocate through her podcasts and books aimed at enlightening both healthcare professionals and the public about hospice care. Dr. Guidry emphasizes the importance of early hospice involvement, shares personal impactful experiences with end-of-life care, and advocates for comprehensive patient and family education on hospice services. The episode also touches on palliative and concierge medicine, the significance of inter-professional collaboration, and the necessity of having conversations about hospice care early in the disease trajectory to ensure holistic and dignified end-of-life care. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:36 Meet Dr. Kaishauna Guidry: A Trailblazer in Hospice Care 03:03 Dr. G's Journey: From Teacher to Hospice Physician 05:05 The Impact of Dr. G's Work: Books, Podcasts, and Advocacy 06:58 Understanding Concierge Medicine in Hospice Care 16:51 The Importance of Early Hospice Referral and Choosing the Right Agency 20:06 Sharing Profound End-of-Life Experiences 26:38 The Power of Communication in Hospice Care 33:19 Conclusion: The Legacy of Hospice Care and Final Thoughts Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC Contact: Mourning Dove Medical CEO Providing Peace of Mind in Healthcare
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Finding a Hospice Agency
1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,
2. choose Find provider
3. Choose Hospice
4. then add your zip code
This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.
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