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It's Not All About Death
by Dr. Alison Murray
"It's Not All About Death" is a quirky and educational podcast that was started by a multidisciplinary team of Palliative Care providers in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Sprinkled with cheesy humour, each episode discusses a new topic, answers your questions, and addresses emerging areas in Palliative Medicine. Episodes are geared to anyone who is interested in learning more about Palliative Care - from undergraduate medical students and residents, to practicing physicians and members of the public!Keep an eye out for new episodes, exciting special guests and hot topics, because It's Not Always About Death!
Episodes
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Episode 12: Psychedelics
In this episode, we present an interview with a long time colleague and friend Dr. Lyle Galloway. Lyle has a special interest in psychedelic assisted therapy as it relates to Palliative Medicine. He sits down with Alison for a fascinating conversation about all things psychedelic because…It’s Not...
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Episode 11: Delirium
In this episode, we discuss all things delirium - what it is, different types, what can cause it, what can mimic it, and how it can be addressed…because It’s Not All About Death!
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Episode 10: Constipation
In this episode, we discuss all things constipation - what it is, how it happens (especially in palliative care), how it can be prevented, and how it can be treated…because It’s Not All About Death!
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Episode 9: Special Guest Interview with Dr. David Hui
In this episode, we present another interview with a highly regarded researcher in the palliative care world. Dr. Hui is an associate professor with tenure at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre. He is a practicing Medical Oncologist and Palliative Care specialist with a research...
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Episode 8: Opioid Rotation and Fentanyl
In this episode, we discuss opioid toxicity, opioid rotation and conversion ratios - why we do them, when to do them, and how to do them…because It’s Not All About Death!
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Episode 7: Special Guest Interview with Dr. Areej El-Jawahri
This week, we interview a special guest -- Dr. Areej El-Jawahri. She is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an oncologist specializing in the care of patients with hematologic malignancies and those undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. We talk about her research, the importance…
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Episode 6: Neuropathic Pain
In this episode, we discuss neuropathic pain - causes, therapeutic approaches, dosing, side-effects, and roots of the term "marijuana," because…It’s Not All About Death! Listen until the end for our new slogan too!
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Episode 5: Opioids
In this episode, we discuss opioids - their uses, side-effects, and how their careful use can play a big role in managing pain because…It’s Not All About Death!
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Episode 4: Approach to Pain
In this episode, we discuss approaches to pain: how to define it, how to characterize it, and how understanding and addressing it holistically is a central part of palliative care because…It’s Not All About Death!
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Episode 3: Isn't Palliative Care Depressing?
In this episode, we discuss the commonly held perception that palliative care is depressing, our coping strategies, and some special experiences that have helped redefine our perspectives because...It's Not All About Death!
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Episode 2: What Is Palliative Care?
In this episode, we discuss what is meant by "Palliative Care." Our hosts give some historical context, discuss some of Canada's unique contributions, and end with some thoughts about models of care and the future of Palliative Care because...It's Not All About Death!
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Episode 1: Intro
In this episode, get to know your hosts, what led them to crush on Palliative Care and why It's Not All About Death!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"It's Not All About Death" is a quirky and educational podcast that was started by a multidisciplinary team of Palliative Care providers in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.Sprinkled with cheesy humour, each episode discusses a new topic, answers your questions, and addresses emerging areas in Palliative Medicine. Episodes are geared to anyone who is interested in learning more about Palliative Care - from undergraduate medical students and residents, to practicing physicians and members of the public!Keep an eye out for new episodes, exciting special guests and hot topics, because It's Not Always About Death!
HOSTED BY
Dr. Alison Murray
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