Palliative Care

Palliative care is a specialized form of medical care that focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness. It is designed to improve the quality of life for patients facing complex medical conditions, regardless of their prognosis. Palliative care addresses physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs, aiming to enhance comfort, manage symptoms, and support patients and their families throughout the illness trajectory.

At Trek Healthcare, under the palliative care program, patients can benefit from a comprehensive and compassionate approach to managing their health and well-being. Working closely with the patient's primary care doctor, the Trek Healthcare team can provide palliative care services either in conjunction with existing primary care or as a primary care provider for patients who have difficulty leaving their homes due to their illness.

Individuals receiving palliative care can continue to see their specialists for disease-specific treatments while benefiting from the additional layer of support offered by the palliative care team. This support includes chronic care management, with a focus on pain control, symptom management, and overall comfort for the patient.

Moreover, the palliative care team at Trek Healthcare can facilitate referrals to services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and rehabilitative services to address the patient's functional limitations and enhance their quality of life. In cases where a patient's condition progresses and they are no longer seeking curative treatment, palliative care can assist with transitions to hospice care, ensuring that patients and their families receive the appropriate level of care and support during this challenging time.

Overall, palliative care provided by Trek Healthcare offers a holistic and patient-centered approach to managing serious illnesses, emphasizing symptom management, quality of life, and support for patients and their families throughout the care continuum.