Program in Palliative Care

Welcome Message from Niharika Ganta, MD MPH – Chief Penn Medicine’s Palliative Care Program is a national leader in palliative care, working to ease the burdens of those facing serious illness through outstanding clinical care, comprehensive educational programs, and innovative research. We are recognized nationally for our excellence in patient care, research, and training.
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Serious illness care program

The Palliative Care Program at Penn Medicine is a flagship partner of Ariadne Labs’ Serious Illness Care Program.

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Fellowship program in hospice and palliative medicine

The Palliative Care Program is dedicated to training future leaders in the field of palliative care and hospice. Our program provides a strong core curriculum to all learners while also developing an educational experience tailored to fit each individual’s unique career goals.

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