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Hospice: from grassroots to the mainstream

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  • 1Kanawha Hospice Care, Inc., USA.

The West Virginia Medical Journal
|May 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Hospice care, a vital alternative for terminally-ill patients, has evolved significantly since its 1980 West Virginia origins. Increased physician involvement is crucial for maintaining high-quality hospice services and ensuring patient well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Healthcare Services

Background:

  • Hospice care emerged in the US over 20 years ago as an alternative to institutionalized end-of-life care.
  • Initially volunteer-driven, hospice care in West Virginia began in 1980, with 23 programs now serving 48 counties.
  • Hospice has integrated into mainstream medicine, offering comprehensive services to terminally ill patients and their families.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To enhance understanding of hospice services, admission criteria, and the attending physician's role.
  • To highlight the importance of ongoing physician involvement in ensuring quality hospice care.
  • To inform healthcare providers and patients about hospice as a primary end-of-life care option.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the historical development and current status of hospice care.
  • Analysis of the integration of hospice into mainstream medicine.
  • Examination of the essential role of physicians in hospice provision.

Main Results:

  • Hospice care has grown from a grassroots movement to a widely accepted medical service.
  • Over 2,000 hospice programs exist nationally, with 23 operating in West Virginia.
  • Physician involvement is identified as critical for sustaining high-quality hospice care.

Conclusions:

  • Physician engagement is essential for the continued effectiveness and quality of hospice care in West Virginia.
  • Increased understanding of hospice services and physician roles can optimize end-of-life care options.
  • Hospice represents a significant and effective choice for terminally ill patients seeking comprehensive support.

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