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The palliative care program at the Duke Cancer Institute is committed to improving quality of life and easing suffering for cancer patients and their loved ones through compassionate care, innovative teaching, and pioneering research.
Duke Palliative Care physicians work closely with the patient’s other doctors to provide support at any stage of cancer treatment using a patient-centered approach. Consultation is available to inpatients at the request of a patient’s attending physician to help manage symptoms, assist with communication and decision-making, and provide support during times of need.
Duke is an international leader in palliative care research, and our patients benefit from our evidence-based approach.
At a minimum, the palliative care team includes a specialist physician, nurse practitioner, and chaplain. As necessary we bring in other providers.
Duke Palliative Care works alongside oncologists in the inpatient solid tumor oncology unit to ensure that all patients have ongoing access to palliative care services. We also work closely with Duke HomeCare and Hospice to arrange services at their inpatient facilities and care at home when necessary.
Outpatient care services are not currently available, though we hope to establish palliative care services in the Duke Cancer Institute clinics soon.
Consultation for palliative care is available at the request of the patient’s attending physician. Please let your physician know if you would like more information about palliative care.
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