Palliative Care is specialized care that focuses on the whole person. It recognizes that people living with chronic disease need expert symptom management, as well as spiritual and emotional support.
The Palliative Care team works with your physician to relieve physical, emotional and spiritual suffering so you can enjoy the best possible quality of life while dealing with your illness.
For patients in the hospital, a palliative care consult may be requested by the physician in charge. For outpatient appointments, please call 908-237-7018 to set up an appointment.
Doctors and nurse practitioners who have expertise in managing symptoms such as pain, nausea, and shortness of breath.
A chaplain with certified skills in addressing individual spiritual, religious and emotional needs.
A social worker with specialized training in patient and family support through counseling, goal setting and linkages to community resources.
Symptom management associated with chronic disease. Symptoms will vary but may include pain, nausea, depression, anxiety, and shortness of breath.
Address psychological, social and spiritual concerns associated with the physical effects of living with a chronic disease.
Collaborates with the medical team and complements the treatment plan.
