Jun 24, 2021Dr. Alexander Everest Shares the Ways You Can Prepare Your Loved One for Palliative CareIf your loved one is facing a serious illness and their doctors have revealed a low prognosis for their recovery, palliative care may be considered. Palliative care is a patient-focused discipline that focuses on the patient’s emotional, social, and physical comfort rather than providing curative treatment for their condition. Dr…Medical4 min readMedical4 min read
Jun 23, 2021Dr. Alexander Everest Shares Ways to Help Children Understand Palliative Care Before Visiting a Loved OneMany children have experienced the illness or death of a loved one. Children perceive these issues differently than adults, and it is important to make sure that they fully understand what is going on and what may happen to their loved ones in the case of a serious illness. Palliative…Palliative Care4 min readPalliative Care4 min read
May 31, 2021Alexander Everest Explains the Difference Between Palliative Care and Hospice Care — Todayz NewsWhen patients have serious and debilitating health problems, they and their families may want to know whether palliative care or hospice care is right for them. Palliative care and hospice care are similar in some respects, but they have many differences. Dr. Alexander Everest , a healthcare executive, explains the…Palliative Care4 min readPalliative Care4 min read
May 25, 2021Dr. Alexander Everest Shares How Medical Students’ Education Has Been Affected By the COVID-19 Pandemic — Harcourt HealthThe COVID-19 pandemic has had massive effects on the entire United States healthcare system. Over 570,000 Americans have died of the disease, surpassing any previous estimates of how many people may succumb to the virus. While doctors and nurses have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic, another group within the…Medical Student4 min readMedical Student4 min read
May 23, 2021How to prepare your family for at-home palliative care by Dr. Alexander EverestWhen patients have reached the end of curative care for their serious illness, their doctor may recommend palliative home care. Palliative care is concerned with providing relief from the stress and symptoms of a terminal illness. Palliative care is determined by the patient’s needs rather than the prospect of recovery…California4 min readCalifornia4 min read
May 12, 2021How to Know it is Time for Palliative Care According to Dr. Alexander EverestIf you are seriously ill, you may be interested in palliative care. Palliative care is concerned with relieving your physical symptoms while making you more comfortable. It can be given in a hospital, nursing home, or at home surrounded by family. …Palliative Care4 min readPalliative Care4 min read
May 12, 2021Alexander Everest Explains Life After Medical SchoolAfter you have finally received your hard-earned M.D., you may feel that you have completed school. However, all doctors continue their education after medical school in some way. Residencies, fellowships, and other graduate medical education opportunities are required before working as a licensed physician. Dr. Alexander Everest, a healthcare Executive…Medical4 min readMedical4 min read
