American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM)

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from AAHPM! We are grateful for our incredible community & the work you do to advance . Please note: Our offices are closed today & tomorrow for the holiday. We will resume normal business hours Monday, Dec 1. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday! 🦃

11/25/2025

As November comes to a close, we’re reminded of the profound impact compassionate care has on patients, families, and the teams who support them. Take a moment to read this heartfelt reflection of the extraordinary work happening every day. Read more:

Honoring National Hospice & Palliative Care Month This Thanksgiving As November comes to an end, we pause to reflect on a month dedicated to honoring the compassion, connection, and expertise […]

11/25/2025

As we celebrate National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, we’re excited to share that is just around the corner. This global movement highlights how generosity can create real, lasting change.

By supporting AAHPM, you help advance the training, resources, and advocacy needed to improve care for patients and families facing serious illness.

Explore how you can make a meaningful contribution this :

Donors to AAHPM play a crucial role in advancing the Academy’s mission by supporting various worthy causes. Their contributions help ensure that high-quality hospice and palliative care is accessible. By […]

11/24/2025

Join us today at 1pm ET for a webinar entitled The Business Case for Cancer Navigation in Palliative Care. Learn how navigation improves outcomes, reduces barriers & strengthens palliative care delivery. Get the link here:

Join us for an insightful session exploring how cancer navigation in palliative care improves outcomes for patients and families while delivering measurable value to healthcare systems. This webinar will highlight […]

11/21/2025

NEW On-Demand Activity Now Available!

Audits can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to. AAHPM’s newest course, “Hospices’ General Inpatient Audit Experience: At First I Was Petrified,” takes you inside real-world challenges and lessons learned from GIP audits.

In this engaging activity, you’ll learn:
✔ How to avoid common pitfalls
✔ Practical strategies for compliance and documentation
✔ Expert insights from professionals who’ve navigated audits successfully
Whether you’re new to audits or want to strengthen your approach, this resource will help you turn anxiety into confidence.

Access the activity today! https://ow.ly/ffiz50XvSwT

11/21/2025

Webinar Alert! The Business Case for Cancer Navigation in Palliative Care
Hosted by AAHPM American Cancer Society CAPC

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how cancer navigation in palliative care improves outcomes for patients and families while delivering measurable value to healthcare systems.

You’ll learn:
✔ The role of non-clinical navigators in care coordination
✔ How navigation reduces barriers and enhances quality of life
✔ Why team-based approaches strengthen palliative care delivery
✔ The compelling business case for sustained investment

📅 Date & Time: Monday, Nov 24 1pm ET
Learn more: https://ow.ly/lRZi50XvRuR

11/20/2025

Discover how one member turned opportunity into impact. Read Dr. Amy Xia’s inspiring journey and see the power of the Access Fund in action:

Amy Xia, MDChildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia Amy Xia, MD (she/her), found her calling in palliative care during a formative medical school elective, where the blend of patient stories, pediatrics, and […]

11/19/2025

Join fellow investigators at the 2026 State of the Science Symposium (SOTS) for a full day of collaboration and cutting-edge research in hospice and palliative medicine. Presented by AAHPM & HPNA, this full-day pre-conference symposium is being held prior the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care on March 4, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA

Why attend?
✅ Network with a multidisciplinary research community
✅ Explore innovative research design and methods
✅ Participate in investigator development activities
✅ Prepare to present your research at the Annual Assembly

Registration is open—space is limited!

State of the Science Symposium Connect, Discover, and Advance the Field Join fellow investigators to share and explore new research and innovative methods in hospice and palliative medicine. The 2026 […]

11/18/2025

Happy Birthday to Dr. Arif Kamal! Your leadership as President of the Academy continues to inspire us all. Thank you for your vision, dedication, and commitment to improving patient care. Wishing you a year filled with success and joy!

11/18/2025

Your Expertise Matters! AAHPM’s Call for Volunteers is open until Nov 20 at 5pm CT! Apply today to join a standing committee, council, working group, advisory group, or editorial board and help shape the future of hospice and palliative care.

Looking to become more involved in the Academy? There are many ways to participate in the organization’s activities, from joining a community to serving on a committee to writing for the newsletter […]