Evolution of Hospice Care
The conversation explores the transformative journey of hospice care from a little-known concept to an integral part of medical practice. Ira shares his early experiences as a doctor in a system that often failed patients at the end of life, highlighting the countercultural roots of hospice as a compassionate response to suffering. The discussion underscores the ongoing need for improvement in how society approaches dying and caring for those in their final days.In this clip
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[Unedited] Ira Byock with Krista Tippett
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