Palliative Care
TMC's palliative care team provides specialized medical care and support for people facing serious illnesses. We focus on relieving symptoms, improving quality of life, and helping patients and families navigate complex medical decisions and challenges.
Personalized care for patients and families
We understand the unique challenges of dealing with serious illnesses. TMC's compassionate palliative care team provides an extra layer of support, working alongside your primary treatment team to manage symptoms, improve quality of life and ensure your care aligns with your goals and values.Our team includes physicians, nurses, social workers and chaplains who collaborate to address your physical, emotional and spiritual needs. We take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions and help you navigate complex medical decisions.Whether you are facing cancer, heart disease or another serious illness, our team provides the personalized care and support you need to live as well as possible.
When palliative care may be appropriate
Palliative care supports other treatments intended to extend life. Common medical issues that can benefit from palliative care include:- Advanced alzheimer's and dementia
- Advanced heart disease
- Advanced kidney disease
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Cancer
- COPD/emphysema
- Parkinson's disease
- Pulmonary fibrosis
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This health information is provided by the
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education & Research.
