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Racism in Palliative Care Research: We Still have a Ways to Go
Stacy Fischer1, Mary Isaacson2, Rashmi K Sharma3
1Division of General Internal Medicine (S.F.), University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, USA.
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
|October 5, 2022
Summary
This series explores race and racism in palliative care, using roundtable discussions to encourage examination and promote equity in hospice and palliative care. It serves as a call to action for addressing these critical issues.
Area of Science:
- Medical Ethics
- Health Equity
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- Palliative care settings often grapple with systemic issues of race and racism.
- Interdisciplinary professionals require frameworks to address these complex dynamics.
- Existing discourse may not fully encompass the multifaceted nature of racial inequities in end-of-life care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the intersection of race and racism within the field of palliative care.
- To stimulate critical reflection among clinicians, researchers, educators, and leaders.
- To promote actionable strategies for advancing equity in hospice and palliative care.
Main Methods:
- Series of roundtable discussions.
- Inclusion of interdisciplinary experts in palliative care.
- Qualitative exploration of lived experiences and systemic issues.
Main Results:
- Discussions highlighted diverse manifestations of race and racism in palliative care.
- Identified key areas for improvement in addressing racial disparities.
- Emphasized the need for continuous dialogue and commitment to equity.
Conclusions:
- Addressing race and racism is crucial for equitable palliative care.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for systemic change.
- The series serves as a catalyst for ongoing action towards health equity in end-of-life care.
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