Speaking the Same Language: Bridging Cultural and Linguistic Barriers in Palliative Care
Hospice and palliative care providers recognize the value of effective communication to facilitate exploration of patients' and families' values and goals; however, many providers struggle to perform these key tasks when patients cannot communicate in English or have cultural norms which differ significantly from their own. Concepts such as autonomy and patient self-determination, 'truth telling'/disclosure of difficult news, shared decision making, as well as the acceptability of various treatments and communication techniques may present invisible barriers for palliative care providers working across cultures. 
Category
  • DEI: Addressing Disparities/Advancing Equity
  • Communication/Teamwork
Format
  • Interactive Enduring Activity
Credits
  • 0.50 ABIM MOC
  • 0.50 ABP MOC
  • 0.50 CME (physician only)
  • 0.50 Participation
It's Time for Justice: Racial and Ethnic Equity in Hospice and Palliative Care
What would racial equity and justice look like in hospice and palliative care? The coronavirus pandemic has exposed the structural racism within US culture and the resulting healthcare inequities.
Category
  • DEI: Addressing Disparities/Advancing Equity
Format
  • Interactive Enduring Activity
Credits
  • 0.50 CME (physician only)
  • 0.50 Participation