How a $64 Million NIH Grant Will Transform Palliative Care Across Lifespan | Part Two

Send us Fan MailIn Part Two of this forward-looking conversation, Dr. Jean Kutner explores how a landmark $64 million NIH grant is poised to reshape the future of palliative care across the lifespan.Moving beyond theory, this episode dives into what success actually looks like—more diverse research collaboration, stronger mentorship pipelines, and measurable translation of evidence into real-world clinical practice.  The discussion highlights a critical shift: building a system where research and care continuously inform one another to improve outcomes for patients with serious illness.Looking ahead, Dr. Kutner paints a compelling vision of a more seamless, equitable care continuum—one that begins earlier in the disease trajectory and extends across all stages of life.  From addressing gaps between care settings to advancing innovative modalities and policy-relevant research, this conversation underscores the urgency of aligning evidence, reimbursement models, and care delivery. For healthcare leaders and hospice professionals, this episode offers both a strategic lens and a hopeful outlook on where the field is heading.  ⸻Key TakeawaysThe future of palliative care depends on expanding research capacity across disciplines, including underrepresented fields like chaplaincy and social work.  Stronger collaboration between researchers, clinicians, and policymakers is essential to translating evidence into practice and policy change.  A major goal is creating a seamless care continuum—eliminating gaps between hospice, inpatient, and outpatient palliative care settings.  Evidence-based care must drive reimbursement and policy models, including potential payment structures for pre-hospice care.  The field is moving toward earlier, more personalized palliative care interventions across the full lifespan, supported by emerging research and innovation.  Guest:Dr. Jean Kutner, Distinguished Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado Anschutz, Chief Academic Officer, UCHealth and Contact Principal Investigator, ASCENT ConsortiumHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, Author of The Anatomy of LeadershipThe Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership