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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Oct 1

The world owes an immeasurable, debt to one of our founders. We can only hope and work tirelessly to be worthy of his legacy.

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 30

AAHPM mourns the loss of Balfour Mount, MD—widely recognized as the father of palliative care in North America. His vision and compassion transformed care for patients and families facing serious illness. We honor his legacy.

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 10

Registration is open! Join AAHPM + HMDCB on Nov 6 for the 2nd annual Hospice Super Forum—a live, case-based virtual event for hospice providers. Topics: methadone therapy, relatedness of diagnoses, GIP care.
🍕 Register by Oct 27 & enjoy pizza delivered! learn.aahpm.org/content/hosp...

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 11

Planning ahead just got easier! Check out AAHPM’s new website calendar feature — now you can see what’s happening each week and what’s coming up in the months ahead. aahpm.org/calendar/

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 16

Call for Reviewers! AAHPM + HPNA invite you to lend your expertise for the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care.
✔ Scientific Research reviewers
✔ Early Career & Professionals in Training reviewers
Help shape a high-quality, evidence-informed program.
aahpm.org/education-ev...

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Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC @drmamakai.bsky.social · Sep 21

📣Hospice Super Forum
@aahpm.bsky.social @hmdcert.bsky.social

Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD, PhD, BCPS
Balakrishnan Natarajan, MD, HMDC and
Ruth Thomson, DO, MBA, HMDC, FAAHPM, FACOI
leading sessions on

➡️Methadone Therapy, Relatedness to Prognosis, and GIP Care

November 6, 2025 12-4 PM CT

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 22

Shana Tova! Wishing everyone a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah! May this new year bring you happiness, health, and peace!

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 25

Abstract submissions are OPEN for the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care!

📌 Scientific Research Call
📌 Early Career Professionals Call

Don’t miss your chance to share your work & advance the field.
Learn more about the calls: ow.ly/ieKU50X2gGq

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Jul 5

I suppose the answer is to turn to borrowing from traditional institutions. We will have to see the terms of those loans & the consequences they will have on the amount of debt the students will incur, & the limit it will place on them (esp first gen) to be able to generate generational wealth.

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Jul 5

Students who have earned their way into their dream institutions may have to forgo that dream. Even with the current borrowing power, many students continue to work through school to pay for expenses, and for students who have families to support, it can be particularly difficult.

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Jul 5

This will affect everyone across racial and ethnic lines. Not every exceptional student will be able to receive scholarships to supplement the cost, and not every exceptional student will be able to borrow enough. We can’t count on institutions lowering tuition.

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Jul 5

How Will Trump’s Big Bill Affect Your Wallet? www.nytimes.com/interactive/... one consequence of the bill the is the negative effect it will have on upward mobility for students pursuing professional degrees who lack family support or other means to supplement the financial cost of their education.

See How Trump’s Big Bill Could Affect Your Taxes, Health Care and Other Finances

The wide-ranging domestic policy legislation could impact your taxes, clean energy choices, health care access and more.

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GeriPal Podcast @geripal.bsky.social · Jul 3

Should #PalliativeCare be in the business of caring for #CancerSurvivors? It’s more complicated than it seems. We talk with Laura Petrillo and Laura Shoemaker about this topic. #medsky #cancersurvivor

👉 Full episode at bit.ly/GeriPalEp363
😀 hosts @alexsmithmd.bsky.social | @ewidera.bsky.social

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Bow Valley Palliative @pcsbv.bsky.social · Jun 21

Today, we honour 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 — a time to recognize and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. 🌿

#NIPD2025 #NIHM2025 #IndigenousHistoryMonth #PCSBV #TruthAndReconciliation #PalliativeCareMatters #IndigenousVoices

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · Jun 22

In my opinion one of the most important things to say to our patients and ourselves

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Strathcarron Hospice @strathcarron.bsky.social · Jun 22

On what would have been #DameCicelySaunders birthday, we highlight the incredible work she did as a pioneer of the hospice movement that we recognise today.

She founded the first modern hospice and was pivotal in establishing the discipline and culture of palliative care.

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#hospice #palliative

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International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care @iahpc.org · Jun 22

Love, loss and a desire for change: How a former music director's personal resolve is improving palliative care in India. In this week's Pallinews.

👉🏻 bit.ly/3HSkEAY

@IAHPC @ruma.hospice #pallinews #palliativecare #hospice #healthcare #endoflife @palliumindia

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Palliative Medicine Journal @palliativemedj.bsky.social · May 24

The use of a single question (‘Are you constipated?’) is inadequate in identifying a significant proportion of patients with opioid-induced constipation in people with advanced cancer in Europe. #hpm #hapc mc.manuscriptcentral.com/palliative-m...

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EMMS International @emmsinternational.bsky.social · May 24

Dr. Amrita Shrestha emphasises the irreplaceable role of human connection in palliative care. True care goes beyond treatment; it's about empathy, presence, and addressing all aspects of a patient's needs. Technology alone isn’t enough; people make the difference. #PalliativeCare #UKAidMatch

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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · May 23

"We don't recognise when someone with dementia is approaching the end of life." Dr Pippa Collins NIHR / @alzsocresearch.bsky.social Dem Comm Fellow from @arcwessex.bsky.social joins Minds in Motion to challenge assumptions about dementia care. #DementiaResearch #PalliativeCare

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Minds in Motion: Dr Pippa Collings - Frailty, Dementia, and End-of-life Care

YouTube video by Dementia Researcher

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · May 19

Exciting opportunity alert! Seeking passionate residents for AAHPM's Next Gen Scholars for Equity in HPM program! Know someone who’d thrive? Share and spread the word! Learn more:http://bit.ly/3F3R7Th #HPM #NextGenScholars

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · May 14

Join AAHPM in celebrating #PrideMonth on June 12 with a free webinar on LGBTQIA+ leadership in healthcare! Dr. Corey Tapper will share insights on the important role of medicine in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Don't miss out, register today! bit.ly/3Zi4gzj

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · May 19

Welcome Pierre!!! We are so fortunate to have you on our team.

American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · May 16

We are thrilled to welcome Pierre Desy, MHP, CAE as the new CEO of AAHPM. We look forward to his leadership as we continue to realize our mission that all people with serious illness, and their families and caregivers, will have access to the highest quality hospice and palliative care. #hapc #hpm

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Kimberly Curseen MD @curseen.bsky.social · May 17

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Federal Funds for Rural Health Care May Be Cut

This Medical News article discusses the impact that proposed federal funding cuts for rural health care programs would have on individuals and their communities.

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CAPC @capcpalliative.bsky.social · May 7

Did you know it is estimated that #delirium goes undiagnosed in more than 50% of cases? Take our course 'Reducing Risks for Older Adults' to learn best practices for identifying older adults who are at risk for poor outcomes >> buff.ly/4jdRcDs #hpm #hapc

Reducing Risks for Older Adults | Best Practices

This course, Reducing Risks for Older Adults, provides context and best practices for systematically identifying older adults who are at risk for poor outcomes

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