From Bedside Care to Beyond: The Role of the Family Physician in Palliative Care
Palliative care (PC) aims to maximize the quality of life, relieve suffering and support families in the context of life-limiting conditions. This approach emphasizes interprofessional collaboration to provide a wide range of services including pain and symptom management, caregiver education, psychological, social, spiritual and emotional support (1). PC providers must acknowledge the challenging experiences of