Beyond the Stethoscope

In this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, we explore how cultural diversity shapes end-of-life care. Drawing from the study Managing Cultural Diversity in End-of-Life Care, Lori, Rachel, and Laura discuss the challenges nurses face — from language barriers and cultural beliefs to spirituality, family dynamics, and system constraints — and why cultural humility and patient-centred care matter more than ever. A thoughtful conversation on providing dignified, inclusive care at the end of life. ...

Please join Lynda Meeks, NSMHPCN PPSMC and Lisa Wright SGB Palliative Care Clinical Coach discuss Lisa’s role and work in the realm of Leadership in Palliative Care. Palliative Care Clinical Coaches in Ontario are healthcare professionals who provide expert guidance, mentorship, and support to local healthcare teams in diverse settings like long-term care homes, retirement homes, and primary care. They help organizations build palliative care competencies, implement best practices, and improv...

Join host Lori Gill and Rachel Lapensee, NSMHPCN Clinical Nurse Manager, as they explore the topic of predicting next-day survival in imminently dying cancer patients. Related tools: Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or the North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network.

Join host, Lori Gill, as she is joined by Tracy Lavigne, NSMHPCN PPSMC, and Krista Hastings, Clinical Manager with Ontario Health atHome, as they discuss Ontario Health atHome’s role in coordination of palliative care at home and the importance of linking patients and families with the essential supports and services that are required to support the provision of hospice palliative care and end of life care in the community. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are thos...

In this episode, host Lori Gill and podcast producer Amanda Tevelde will celebrate the 50th episode with the help of some past guests who will pose questions we’ve all been wanting to ask! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or the North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network.