Palliative Care
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Why choose UCSF Health for palliative care?
A serious or advanced illness can be stressful for patients, caregivers and loved ones. The palliative care team at UCSF Health can offer a respite by helping our patients feel as good as possible at any stage of illness.
Our whole-person approach to care puts you first, making sure that your care plan aligns with your needs, goals and preferences. We offer both hospital-based and outpatient services, as well as virtual palliative care and home visits.
Why choose UCSF Health for palliative care?
A serious or advanced illness can be stressful for patients, caregivers and loved ones. The palliative care team at UCSF Health can offer a respite by helping our patients feel as good as possible at any stage of illness.
Our whole-person approach to care puts you first, making sure that your care plan aligns with your needs, goals and preferences. We offer both hospital-based and outpatient services, as well as virtual palliative care and home visits.
Collaborative team
Palliative care doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains and other providers work together to care for and support you.National accreditation
UCSF Health has earned the Gold Seal of Approval in palliative care from the Joint Commission, the nation's top health care accreditation organization.Personalized care
Our pharmacies work with the UCSF Health Specialty Pharmacy to provide customized medications and services for people with chronic or complex diseases.Cancer symptom management
UCSF Health offers cancer symptom management to address physical and emotional symptoms related to cancer, including pain, fatigue and digestive problems.
Related services
Our palliative care services
You may benefit from palliative care if you have cancer, heart failure, kidney disease, liver failure, lung disease, neurological conditions or other life-altering illnesses. We provide palliative care alongside your medical treatment and communicate regularly with providers on your care team.
Our palliative care services include:
Treatment planning. We help you and your loved ones make decisions about your future medical care that align with your values and preferences.
Outpatient palliative care services. People who are not hospitalized have access to palliative care providers at our clinic, in person or virtually.
Symptom management. We address symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, fatigue and anxiety. Our team can also teach patients and loved ones about drug-free methods to ease symptoms.
Spiritual care. Chaplains representing many faiths are available at our hospitals to support patients and loved ones through this difficult time. Learn more about spiritual care services.
Hospice care. We coordinate closely with quality end-of-life care hospice providers, including By the Bay Health hospice network, for inpatient and outpatient care.
Locations
Providers
Excellence in patient care
Certified in advanced palliative care by the Joint Commission
Related conditions & treatments
Conditions
- Life-Limiting Illness
Treatments
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Care for Advance Illness Symptoms
Support services
Art for Recovery
Creativity can help people with serious illnesses cope, heal and express what they're going through. Find out about our program and how to join.
Case Management and Social Work
Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class
This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.
Patient Relations
We welcome feedback about your experience at UCSF Health. Find out how to contact us with comments, questions or concerns.
Spiritual Care at UCSF
Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.