Palliative Care
Palliative Care is all about you.
Our dedicated palliative care team is here to support you and your family as you make medical decisions for serious, ongoing conditions. Our purpose is to help you live the highest quality of life while considering your healthcare decisions and goals.
Inpatient Palliative Care
Inpatient Palliative Care works with patients who have been admitted to St. Luke's - Downtown. Once a referral is received, our team will set up a consultation with you and your loved ones to talk about your goals and wishes for your healthcare. The palliative care team will work with your healthcare providers to ensure you’re receiving the care you want to receive and that aligns with your goals.
We will move with you as you enter various healthcare settings, helping communicate your goals to the medical staff at each location to ensure your wishes are respected and honored. We will make sure any symptoms caused by your condition or the treatment for it are well managed to improve your quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
The palliative care team is available to discuss planning for your future healthcare needs and documentation of your healthcare wishes. We can help with the process of completing a Living Will, Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions (DPOA) and other advance directives, if desired.