What’s at Stake When Death Gets a Makeover

11/13/2012

A terrific interview with Dr. Tom Smith of Johns Hopkins on end-of-life care and discussion: well worth 3.5 minutes to see what’s at stake when death gets a makeover: “hope for the best, plan for the worst.” Advancing a frank and open discussion about last wishes is “not so much about saving money but honoring peoples’ choices.” Amen.

This blog was originally posted on blog.gormanhealthgroup.com

John Gorman: Under John’s leadership, Gorman Health Group has become the leading professional services and solutions firm for government-sponsored health care, providing thought leadership and expert strategic, operational, and technology-based solutions. Read more

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