In this compassionate and informative episode of "Twenty Seven Degrees", hosts Dr. Christopher Joncas and Nancy Medeiros welcome Jennifer Carey to discuss a topic that touches many lives—Hospice Care.

Jennifer shares her expertise in the field, offering a broad overview of hospice services, who qualifies, and what hospice looks like in the home setting. She also breaks down the role of the interdisciplinary team and how they provide comfort, dignity, and support for patients and their families during some of life’s most challenging moments.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a caregiver, or someone looking to better understand options for end-of-life care, this conversation provides clarity and compassion in equal measure.

Special Thanks:

BayCoast Bank and Duncan Hearing Healthcare for their sponsorship.
Ron Gamache for our intro music.
PrimaCARE and Bioskills of the Northeast for their continued support.
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In this insightful episode of Twenty Seven Degrees, hosts Dr. Christopher Joncas and Nancy Medeiros sit down with Dr. Raju Singla to explore the often-overlooked but critical role of hospitalists in today’s healthcare system. Broadcasting from the Bioskills of the Northeast Studio in Fall River, MA, the discussion pulls back the curtain on the hospitalist model and its impact on patient care.

Dr. Singla explains what a hospitalist program is, how it enhances the coordination of inpatient care, and what sets hospitalists apart from other providers. He shares his personal journey into hospital medicine and addresses some of the most common concerns patients and families have when navigating hospital stays.

This episode also touches on how hospitalists work in collaboration with primary care providers, ensuring a seamless continuum of care before, during, and after a hospital admission. With a focus on patient advocacy, communication, and efficiency, hospitalists play a crucial role in modern healthcare—and this episode highlights just how valuable they are.

Special Thanks:

• BayCoast Bank and Duncan Hearing Healthcare for their sponsorship.
• Ron Gamache for our intro music.
• PrimaCARE and Bioskills of the Northeast for their continued support.

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Join hosts Dr. Christopher Joncas and Nancy Medeiros on this episode of "Twenty Seven Degrees," where they delve into an innovative approach to healthcare with Dr. Eric Alper. Broadcasting from the Bioskills of the Northeast Studio in Fall River, MA, this episode explores the transformative "Hospital at Home" program.

Dr. Alper discusses the inception and implementation of this groundbreaking service, which aims to deliver hospital-level care in the comfort of a patient's home. The discussion covers who can benefit from this program, the types of medical conditions it supports, and how technology and personal care merge to provide effective treatment outside traditional hospital settings.

Listeners will learn about the criteria for patient selection, the setup process, and the kind of support families can expect. Dr. Alper shares compelling data on the program's success, including patient and family feedback, and discusses the training healthcare professionals undergo to ensure the highest standards of care are met.

The episode also addresses common questions about the logistics of the program, such as insurance coverage challenges, integration with existing home services, and the duration of care under this model. Finally, Dr. Alper reflects on the future directions of the Hospital at Home program and the potential it has to reshape healthcare delivery.

Special Thanks:

• BayCoast Bank and Duncan Hearing Healthcare for their sponsorship.
• Ron Gamache for our intro music.
• PrimaCARE and Bioskills of the Northeast for their continued support.

Stay tuned to "Twenty Seven Degrees" for more insightful discussions on healthcare innovations. Subscribe and follow us on social media to support our podcast and ensure you never miss an episode!