A Comprehensive Palliative Care Program at a Tertiary Cancer Center in Jordan

American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine - Tập 32 Số 2 - Trang 238-242 - 2015
Omar Shamieh1, David Hui2
1Department of Palliative Care, King Hussein Cancer Center, Amman, Jordan
2Department of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA

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Context: The palliative care program in King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC) is growing rapidly to serve the needs of patients with cancer and their families. Objective: To describe the KHCC palliative care program and its integration into the oncology care. Methods: Narrative review of our palliative care program. Results: Patients with cancer at KHCC have access to an interprofessional palliative care at different settings. In 2012, the inpatient team saw 400 consultations and 979 referrals and admissions. The outpatient clinic had a total of 1133 patient visits. The home care program provided a total of 1501 visits. Our program is a regional center for education and training and actively conducts research. Conclusion: Our palliative care program may be a model for successful delivery of comprehensive cancer care in the Middle East.

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American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Tập 32 Số 2

238-242

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