93 Patient Quotes: Stories of Resilience with Dr. Christina Gomez
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Dr. Christina Gomez, a GI Medical Oncologist at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center and author of ‘Stopped in My Tracks, A Physician’s Collection of Cancer Patients Quotes’.
Dr. Gomez shares her journey into Oncology, highlighting the significance of patient-doctor Relationships and the profound role hospice care plays in the oncology field. The discussion delves into the importance of honest communication between patients and healthcare providers, patient experiences in oncology, and the impact of hospice on both patients and their families.
Dr. Gomez also shares personal stories from her practice and insights from her book, illustrating the human side of oncology and the sacred moments at the end of life. The episode concludes with a reflection on the essential role of hospice care and the importance of conversations around end-of-life wishes and care preferences.
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained
00:29 Meet Dr. Christina Gomez: A Glimpse into Her Life and Work
02:34 The Intersection of Oncology and Hospice Care
04:24 Navigating Difficult Conversations and Embracing the Hospice Journey
11:16 Enhancing the Oncology Patient Experience: Insights and Advice
14:53 Stopped in My Tracks: A Physician’s Reflections Through Quotes
21:53 Profound Patient Stories and the Impact of Hospice Care
28:36 Final Thoughts and the Importance of Last Words
Stopped in My Tracks: A Physician’s Collection of Cancer Patients’ Quotes
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