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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 1d

Last chance! Apply to be an abstract reviewer for the 2026 Scientific Research and Early Career & Professionals in Training Call for Abstracts. Deadline: TONIGHT at 11:59pm PT. Help shape the future of the field! Apply now: https://ow.ly/PtUP50X7Q2l

American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 5d

AAHPM and HPNA are seeking reviewers for Scientific Research & Early Career abstracts for the 2026 Annual Assembly. Lend your expertise, shape the program, and support the field. Apply today: https://ow.ly/Yq6150X6bw8

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 6d

Looking for the latest research in hospice and palliative care? Don’t miss October’s open access pick in JPSM! Read our blog post here. https://aahpm.org/blog/october-2025-open-access-in-the-journal-of-pain-and-symptom-management/

October 2025: Open Access in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management | AAHPM

In the world of hospice and palliative care research, having access to trusted, high-quality information is key. That’s where open access publishing shines—removing barriers so anyone can explore impactful studies […]

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 8d

AAHPM mourns the loss of Balfour Mount, MD—widely recognized as the father of palliative care in North America. His vision and compassion transformed care for patients and families facing serious illness. We honor his legacy.

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 9d

Don't miss the Hospice Super Forum on Nov 6, noon-4pm CT! Dive into methadone therapy & GIP care with experts. Join us live! Register: https://learn.aahpm.org/content/hospice-super-forum-2025

American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 12d

Ready to deepen your skills in symptom management, advance care planning, & trauma-informed frameworks for SCD patients? Get AAHPM's new microlearning series to integrate palliative principles into everyday care. Explore this course: https://ow.ly/NIUJ50X2Ypo

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 13d

Abstract submissions are OPEN for the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care!

📌 Scientific Research Call
📌 Early Career Professionals Call

Don’t miss your chance to share your work & advance the field.
Learn more about the calls: ow.ly/ieKU50X2gGq

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 16d

Shana Tova! Wishing everyone a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah! May this new year bring you happiness, health, and peace!

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Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC @drmamakai.bsky.social · 17d

📣Hospice Super Forum
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Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD, PhD, BCPS
Balakrishnan Natarajan, MD, HMDC and
Ruth Thomson, DO, MBA, HMDC, FAAHPM, FACOI
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➡️Methadone Therapy, Relatedness to Prognosis, and GIP Care

November 6, 2025 12-4 PM CT

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 19d

Last call! Applications for the Fellow of the Academy (FAAHPM) designation close today at 5pm CT. aahpm.org/membership/f...

Fellows of the Academy | AAHPM

One of the highest honors the Academy can bestow on an AAHPM member is recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (FAAHPM). This honor […]

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 22d

Call for Reviewers! AAHPM + HPNA invite you to lend your expertise for the 2026 Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care.
✔ Scientific Research reviewers
✔ Early Career & Professionals in Training reviewers
Help shape a high-quality, evidence-informed program.
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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 23d

Ready to grow your career? Join AAHPM’s Virtual Career Fair on Sept 18 | 9AM–2PM CT 💻
✅ Chat with employers
✅ Explore hospice & palliative care roles
✅ Get interview tips
✅ Network from anywhere
Register now: app.brazenconnect.com/events/ZQddW

AAHPM Virtual Career Fair - September 18, 2025

Sign up to save your spot to chat directly with a variety of organizations. Each chat lasts around 10 mins and you can join from your desktop or smartphone at anytime during the event. Sign up today!

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 23d

Meet Tochi Nwaneri-Nwosu, MD in our latest NextGen Scholar Spotlight—an inspiring story you won’t want to miss! Click the link to read more. aahpm.org/blog/next-ge...

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 27d

Planning ahead just got easier! Check out AAHPM’s new website calendar feature — now you can see what’s happening each week and what’s coming up in the months ahead. aahpm.org/calendar/

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 28d

Registration is open! Join AAHPM + HMDCB on Nov 6 for the 2nd annual Hospice Super Forum—a live, case-based virtual event for hospice providers. Topics: methadone therapy, relatedness of diagnoses, GIP care.
🍕 Register by Oct 27 & enjoy pizza delivered! learn.aahpm.org/content/hosp...

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · 29d

Just one week away! Join faculty experts Drs. Mary Lynn McPherson & Alex McPherson for a live 4-hour webinar on safe, confident medication management in hospice & palliative care.

📅 Sept 18 | 11am–3pm CT
💻 Interactive cases + live Q&A

Register today: ow.ly/1VOT50WU0Nw

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 8

Why does #AAHPM membership matter? We sat down with Vanessa Battista, DNP, to hear her perspective on the value of connection, community, and advocacy in hospice & palliative care.
Read more 👉 aahpm.org/blog/why-mem...

Why Membership Matters: A Conversation with Vanessa Battista, DNP | AAHPM

Vanessa Battista, DNP MBA CPNP-PC CHPPN FPCN FAANSenior Director, Palliative Care Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Boston, MA AAHPM is proud to highlight members who embody the values of leadership, colla...

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 5

Attention AAHPM Members! The September PC-FACS issue is LIVE. Explore critical insights + the full archive exclusively on our site. Don’t miss out! ow.ly/L7EK50WRwgS

American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 5

Telehealth access for hospice & palliative care is at risk. Without action, flexibilities expire Sept 30. Support the Telehealth Modernization Act (S. 2709 / H.R. 5081) to protect care for seriously ill patients.
Take action now: aahpm.org/advocacy/tak...

Take Action | AAHPM

AAHPM members are key to ensuring that policymakers understand the benefits of hospice and palliative care and how you and your patients are impacted by the latest health policy proposals. […]

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 4

Apply now to be the next PC-FACS Associate Editor-in-Chief! Lead editorial strategy, mentor editors & shape the future of palliative care publishing.

🗓 Deadline: Sept 5, 12pm CT
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#Hospice #PalliativeCare

PC-FACS 2025 AEIC Application

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 3

Is your org hiring in hospice or palliative care? Host a booth at AAHPM’s Virtual Career Fair on Sept 18!
🎯 Meet candidates
💬 Chat live
📢 Showcase roles

Contact Mickey Martin at [email protected] to learn more.

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Virtual Career Fair | AAHPM

To help support growth and career development within the hospice and palliative care field, AAHPM will be hosting virtual career fairs in 2025 for all interested in a new position. […]

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Sep 2

This September’s open access article in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management is here! Take a look and see how JPSM is driving wider impact in hospice and palliative care. aahpm.org/blog/septemb...

September 2025: Open Access in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management | AAHPM

In the world of hospice and palliative care research, having access to trusted, high-quality information is key. That’s where open access publishing shines—removing barriers so anyone can explore impa...

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Aug 29

Heads up! AAHPM offices will close early today at 3pm CT for the holiday weekend. We’ll be back to normal business hours on Tuesday, Sept 2!

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Aug 27

Apply Now: PC-FACS Associate Editor-in-Chief. Step into a vital editorial leadership role with AAHPM. Help shape content, mentor editors & advance hospice/palliative care. 3-year term + potential Editor-in-Chief transition. Deadline: Sept 5, 12pm CT. www.surveymonkey.com/r/TCG6275

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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine @aahpm.bsky.social · Aug 26

LAST CHANCE: Research Method Abstracts due TOMORROW! Deadline: Aug 27 at 12 PM CT. Showcase your work at the State of the Science Symposium — March 4, 2026 in San Diego. Submit now: aahpm.org/education-ev...

Call for Research Methods Abstracts | AAHPM

Call for Research Methods Abstracts This call is now open through August 27 You are invited to submit an abstract proposal for the State of the Science Symposium, a full-day […]

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