American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM)

09/10/2026

AAHPM is built by the people who make up our community.

In the latest President’s Corner, AAHPM President Dr. Kimberly Curseen reflects on the importance of listening, collaboration, and member engagement in shaping the future of serious illness care.

Whether you volunteer, participate in discussions, join a SIG, or share your perspective, your voice helps strengthen our Academy and our field.

Read the blog: https://ow.ly/cq7N50ZHnuv

09/09/2026

Help Shape the Content That Connects Our Community

AAHPM is looking for volunteers to join the editorial leadership teams of PC-FACS and AAHPM Quarterly.

Whether you enjoy evaluating emerging research, developing educational content, or engaging fellow clinicians through storytelling, there's an opportunity to share your expertise and make an impact.

✅ Editorial leadership opportunities available
✅ Multiple specialty areas and roles
✅ Three-year terms beginning March 2027

Applications are now open.

View Opportunities & Apply:

Editorial Volunteer Opportunities with AAHPM: Join the PC-FACS or AAHPM Quarterly editorial team and help advance hospice and palliative care through publishing.

09/08/2026

The Fall Call for Abstracts & Reviewers Is Now Open

Share your work with colleagues across the field or support the review process for the 2027 Annual Assembly.

Submit an Abstract
Present late-breaking research, innovative projects, RAPiD posters, or work from early career professionals and professionals in training.

⏰ Deadline: September 28, 2026, at 11:59pm PT

Volunteer as a Reviewer
Help evaluate submissions and contribute to a high-quality educational program. Applications are welcome from qualified professionals across the interdisciplinary team. AAHPM or HPNA membership is not required.

⏰ Deadline: September 22, 2026, at 11:59pm PT

Learn more and apply today.
https://aahpm.org/education-events/annual-assembly/fall-abstract-call/

09/03/2026

Sometimes the smallest moments can make the biggest difference.

In the inaugural edition of HAPC Voices Extended, Dr. Rezaie shares the story of a young patient living with metastatic cancer whose greatest challenge wasn't treatment itself, but the loss of taste caused by chemotherapy.

The story is a powerful reminder that palliative care is about understanding what matters most to each patient and finding meaningful ways to preserve quality of life, hope, and connection.

https://aahpm.org/blog/the-power-of-small-moments-in-palliative-care/

📣 Have a story to share? The HAPC Voices Call for Presenters is now open. We are seeking compelling personal experiences that highlight advocacy, allyship, compassion, equity, and person-centered care across healthcare settings. Apply by September 18.

09/03/2026

Only a few weeks remain to register for Advanced Pharmacology at the Edge of Care: Precision, Pragmatism, and Palliative Reality on September 15.

Gain practical insights into end-of-life pharmacology, substance use in serious illness, complementary pharmaceuticals, and the evolving use of buprenorphine in hospice and palliative care. Designed for advanced clinicians seeking to strengthen their prescribing and symptom management expertise.

https://ow.ly/QXmp50ZIUZC

09/02/2026

We're back! AAHPM and HMDCB are excited to present the Third Annual Hospice Super Forum, a live virtual event designed to help hospice clinicians navigate today's most pressing regulatory and clinical challenges.

This year's program features expert-led sessions on:
✅ Certification & Recertification in an AI-Driven Regulatory Environment
✅ Advanced Symptom Management at Home
✅ Buprenorphine in Hospice Care

Walk away with practical strategies you can apply immediately to improve patient care and regulatory readiness.

Register today! https://ow.ly/WqSo50ZIsyF

09/01/2026

AAHPM Members: Your September PC-FACS issue is here!

Explore expert commentary and research highlights designed to keep you informed on the latest developments in hospice and palliative care. As a member benefit, PC-FACS helps you stay connected to evidence-based practice every month.

https://ow.ly/RbeZ50ZHLSG

08/31/2026

Guest Blog: A Hurricane in the Mountains – Four Seasons Hospice's Experience

When Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina, hospice and palliative care clinicians faced unprecedented challenges: washed-out roads, communication failures, medication shortages, and difficult decisions about how to reach and care for patients.

In this moving reflection, Four Seasons Hospice team members share their experiences, the lessons they learned, and why disaster preparedness has become increasingly important for hospice and palliative care professionals.

Read the full story and preparedness insights: https://ow.ly/unR050ZFgtU

08/28/2026

Final Reminder: Proposal Deadline is Monday! There's still time to share your expertise at the 2027 State of the Science Symposium. Submit a proposal for a Research Methods Workshop or Career Development Session & help advance research. https://ow.ly/JwBx50ZGBXW

08/27/2026

The newly updated Essentials of Hospice and Palliative Medicine series is now in stock.

This comprehensive, evidence-based collection provides practical guidance for delivering compassionate, goal-concordant care across a wide range of clinical settings. Featuring expanded content and real-world applications, the series supports physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and the entire interdisciplinary care team.

✔ Practice-ready guidance
✔ Patient-centered, equity-informed approach
✔ Interdisciplinary perspective
✔ Expanded content in the newest edition

Order your copies today: https://ow.ly/Wtqm50ZG8Gg