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End-of-Life Care Is Daunting and Meaningful.

Joshua Lakin1, Namita Seth Mohta2

  • 1Senior Palliative Care Physician, Department of Supportive Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USAAssociate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.

NEJM Catalyst Innovations in Care Delivery
|July 15, 2026
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Summary

End-of-life care involves balancing complex priorities for patients and families. Achieving optimal outcomes requires careful consideration of longevity, comfort, dignity, and caregiver support.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Palliative Care
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • End-of-life care decisions involve multiple, often competing, priorities.
  • Patient and family values significantly influence care planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted priorities in end-of-life care.
  • To understand the challenges in balancing patient and caregiver needs.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative insights from NEJM Catalyst Insights Council members.
  • Discussion of ethical considerations in terminal care.

Main Results:

  • Key priorities include maximizing lifespan, minimizing suffering, preserving dignity, and finding meaning.
  • Financial burden and caregiver well-being are critical factors.

Conclusions:

  • Effective end-of-life care necessitates a holistic approach.
  • Balancing diverse priorities is essential for patient-centered outcomes and caregiver support.