Surgical Palliative Care Symposium Will Cover Trauma and Cancer Topics, Decision Aids, and More

The Surgical Palliative Care Symposium, 7:00–8:30 pm CT, on Thursday, April 23, is a virtual event that brings together healthcare professionals across disciplines for an engaging educational experience focused on integrating palliative principles into clinical practice.

The program features five quick-shot presentations selected from an open call for abstracts, each delivering insights on key topics in surgical palliative care.

After each presentation, participants will engage in Q&A, providing the opportunity to ask the presenters questions and share perspectives across disciplines. 

The goals of the event for attendees to learn how to:

• Enhance Patient-Centered Surgical Care. Incorporate the principles and techniques of palliative care into clinical practice to better support individuals and families facing serious illness.
• Improve Outcomes and Experience. Advance the integration of palliative care to support care aligned with patient goals and improve patient and family experiences.
• Advance Education, Research, and Advocacy. Engage with colleagues dedicated to strengthening surgical palliative care through education, research, and advocacy to improve the quality of surgical care.

Presentation topics for the Symposium are now available, showcasing several topics on trauma, cancer, social determinants of health, and more.