Olean Meditation Center



Thu, Oct 30
|Olean Meditation Center
The Grace of Hospice and Palliative Care & Spiritual Care Collaboration for Advanced Care Planning
Join Dr. Gilbert Witte, Medical Director of HomeCare&Hospice in Allegany and Dr. Sushama Thandla, Clinical Asst Professor in Family Medicine at ECMC & UB's Jacobs School of Medicine.
Time & Location
Oct 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Olean Meditation Center, 2275 Dugan Rd, Olean, NY 14760, USA
Guests
About the event
Dr. Witte's presentation, Offering More: The Grace of Hospice and Palliative Care, explores the philosophy and history of hospice, readiness guidelines, approaches to pain and symptom management, and the importance of open conversations about end-of-life care. Known for his ability to connect with patients, families, health care providers, and students alike, Dr. Witte emphasizes that while medicine often focuses on extending life, hospice is about preparing patients and families for life’s final journey with compassion, dignity, and peace. He describes his work as hospice medical director as the greatest privilege of his career.
Dr. Thandla's presentation, Spiritual Care Collaboration for Advanced Care Planning ...
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Ample time will be available for questions from the audience.
This event is free of charge. Donations are welcome.
Please pre-register so we can contact you in case there are any changes to the program.