Palliative Care

When you are facing a serious illness, it helps to know that Mount Sinai Palliative Care specialists are by your side. Palliative care is a team-based medical specialty which provides an added layer of support to seriously ill patients, their families, and their healthcare providers. We strive to improve your quality of life, working closely with your primary doctor. We provide coordinated care consisting of:

• Symptom management
• Physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional support
• In-depth discussion about your condition and treatment options
• 24-hour availability
• Inpatient, Outpatient, and Home-based palliative care services
• Social services support

We can help whether you are in the hospital or at home. Our hospital services, inpatient unit, and outpatient programs are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and many insurance plans.