How to arrange a palliative care consultation
Our staff will be glad to talk with you, family members and caregivers, or to your health care providers about palliative care.To make a referral or for more information simply contact us or call 269.429.7100 or 800.457.1603
We will arrange a consultation at your home or nursing care facility as soon as possible at a time that works for your caregiver or family members who wish to be present. The initial consultation lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
During the consultation visit we will:
- Assess and address your symptoms
- Discuss your goals
- Assist with understanding the course of your disease or illness
- Help with realistic expectations
If you (or the loved one you are caring for) choose to continue with palliative care, the next step is to request a referral from your primary care physician. Once we receive the referral, our palliative care physician will work closely with your primary care physician, your family, and you (or your loved one) to alleviate pain and provide support for daily living. Follow-up visits after the initial consultation last about 30 to 45 minutes.