Update To All Prescribing Physicians
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For Referring Healthcare Professionals
Most of our referrals come from health care professionals
who want to ensure a high quality of life for their terminally ill patients. Referring
professionals rely on hospice care to provide services not only for their patients,
but also for the entire family.
Ideally, professionals refer patients
to hospice so that vital individual and family education, combined with physical
and emotional support, can enhance the quality and comfort of a person's end-of-life.
Many referring physicians discuss hospice care options with patients early in their treatment prior to a hospice referral. Understanding the role of hospice is crucial
for many families who otherwise might be unaware of this important community
resource. Early discussions about hospice can provide patients with a sense of control over their care, alleviate fear of the future, and ease the transition when hospice becomes appropriate.
Referrals are easily made. Ask your family doctor or call Willamette Valley Hospice at 503.588.3600 or toll-free 800.555.2431 and ask to speak to hospice referral department about hospice care options; it is our specialty and we care!
Support - Working with our Staff
Most primary care physicians continue to work with their patients after the hospice
referral is made. Willamette
Valley Hospice often becomes a resource for these physicians, ensuring that
their medical directives and instructions are understood by family caregivers.
Because of hospice's involvement, physicians
are assured that the complete needs of their patients will be met.
Willamette
Valley Hospice's Medical Director is available to consult with referring
physicians about their patients ' treatment and care.
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with any questions you may have. We are here for you. |
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