Dr. EdFeb 206 minWhen the Time Comes: What We Can Learn from President Jimmy Carter's Hospice DecisionThe recent statement from the family of President Jimmy Carter opens the door for a crucial conversation about end-of-life decisions for us.
Dr. EdOct 20, 20214 minDying: You Have One Chance to Get It RightFirst, some numbers. In 1962, 71% of women ages 15 to 44 married. By 2019 this number was down to 42%. In 1962, 5% of women ages 30 to 34...
Dr. EdFeb 15, 20213 minWhen It Comes to Predicting Death, Doctors Have a New, Reliable ToolIn the world of oncology (cancer), hospice, palliative medicine, and the intensive care unit, there is a responsibility for us medical...
Dr. EdDec 10, 20201 minED TALK: Should you get the COVID-19 vaccination? Mayo Clinic doctor helps you decideDuring the next weeks and months, you will be asked to make an important decision. Dr. Ed, in this ED Talk, helps you decide. Take a few...
Dr. Edward CreaganSep 21, 20193 minThe Short Goodbye: How to Visit a Patient in HospiceWe all know etiquette for weddings, and I have written about etiquette at funerals and for visiting patients in the hospital. But no one...