The Informed Patient Show
An informative program for anyone who has the potential of becoming a patient in the healthcare system. Todays Healthcare system in the United States can be a frustrating, confusing and downright scary. The Informed Patient Radio Show is here to help offering episodes that will be loaded with advice such as; what does insurance really cover and how to get the most of it. Medical Equipment, Home Health, Rehab, who's who in the healthcare system. How to prepare for a better recovery from hospitalization. Other topics include; Palliative Care and Hospice, Care In the hospital, trends that can affect you and your loved ones, news, special guests, and much more. Hosted by two well experienced Nurse Case Managers.
The Informed Patient Show
Episode Nineteen
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The Informed Patient
Erik and Susan interview Bonnie Freeman, Nurse Practitioner for Palliative Care. Bonnie is a Palliative Nurse Practitioner and is currently on the Palliative care team at City of Hope National Cancer Center in southern California. Bonnie is also the author of Resilient Hearts. There are many misconceptions regarding hospice and palliative care. In this episode, Erik and Susan discuss these misconceptions and shed light on the subject of supportive care.