Palliative care is a specialized medical approach focused on "relieving suffering and enhancing the quality of life" for patients with serious illnesses. It can be provided alongside primary curative treatments—such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or dialysis—without having to wait until the end-of-life stage. Our multidisciplinary team, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, and clinical dietitians, works collaboratively to ensure patients achieve the best possible comfort and well-being from the initial diagnosis through every stage of their journey.
Hospice Care is specialized end-of-life care and is considered a core "subset" of Palliative Care. It is introduced when curative treatments are no longer effective or desired by the patient. At this stage, the primary goal transitions from "curing the illness" to "ensuring a peaceful, painless, and dignified passing." This approach prioritizes maximum physical comfort while thoughtfully minimizing the use of unnecessary or invasive medical equipment.
Services & Patient Criteria
Our Palliative Care Team provides holistic support across 3 core dimensions:
- Physical: Managing pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and preventing or treating pressure ulcers (bedsores).
- Psychological: Addressing emotional stress, anxiety, and depression with compassion.
- Social & Spiritual: Facilitating family communication, fostering understanding, and accommodating personal religious or spiritual beliefs.
Who can benefit from Palliative Care?
- Patients at any stage of cancer.
- Patients with advanced chronic conditions (e.g., end-stage renal disease, heart failure, COPD, or liver cirrhosis).
- Patients with severe neurological disorders (e.g., stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, or ALS).
- Frail elderly individuals, long-term bedridden patients, or those experiencing frequent ICU readmissions.
Khon Kaen Ram Hospital is ready to care for your loved ones with all our heart.
“Ensuring that every remaining moment is a beautiful memory and the happiest time possible.”
Contact Number
Tel: 043-002-002 Ext. 8888
Hours of Operation
Open Daily: 24 Hours
Location
Building 2, 8th Floor
