The Beautiful Work of Palliative Care: A conversation with Mahoganie Hines
Description
This meaningful conversation between Kath Murray and Mahoganie Hines—a clinical nurse specialist, educator, and passionate advocate for equitable palliative care—explores what it truly means to take a palliative approach, from diagnosis through bereavement. Together, they discuss the importance of honoring the whole person and their family throughout the care journey. Mahoganie shares powerful stories, including a resident’s final wish to attend her son’s wedding, and reflects on the small, compassionate acts that uphold dignity and affirm personhood at the end of life. They delve into the concept of “total pain,” the value of holistic and equitable care, and the profound beauty of being present for others during life’s most vulnerable moments—the very heart of palliative care.