Episode 125: Understanding End of Life – Interview with Dr. Cynthia X. Pan In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews Dr. Cynthia X. Pan, an expert in hospice and palliative care. Dr. Pan shares insights into how to approach end-of-life conversations, the importance of opening dialogue, and the cultural nuances that come with discussing advanced directives. With a mix of profound personal stories and humor, this episode sheds light on the significance of end-of-life care and the lessons we can learn from those at the end of their journeys.   00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:36 Introduction of Dr. Pan and Advisory Warning 00:59 Dr. Pan’s Background and Expertise 02:50 Dr. Pan’s Book: Exit Strategies 08:15 Facing End of Life: Cultural Perspectives 10:28 Giving Permission for Conversations 18:40 Patient Stories and Humor 16:32 Importance of Early End of Life Conversations 28:14 Learning from Patients 30:51 Conclusion and Farewell

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Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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Marie Betcher Marie Betcher BSN, RN

I am a Registered nurse with 37 years of experience. I spent 4 of those years working in Hospice.
I found out of all areas that I worked either in or out of the Hospital.

Hospice and the end of life needed the most education. I created my Podcast Hospice Explained based on that need for education.