Taxonomy Code 2086H0002X(2086h0002x)
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Surgery) Physician. Providers: 1

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Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Surgery) Physician Providers

NPI Name Type Address

1033198676

Karl Ahlswede

Individual

1100 Grampian Blvd

Williamsport, PA

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Taxonomy Code 2086H0002X
Specialization Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Display Name Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Surgery) Physician
Taxonomy Group Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Classification Surgery
Definition A surgeon with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Effective Date September 30, 2009
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