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Helping Bereaved people

Helping Bereaved people

Medicine and Science from The BMJ

August 3, 201725m 34s

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Show Notes

Loss of a loved one can be very painful. When seeking support, some people turn to their doctor. Because of their pivotal role in the community, physicians can provide excellent support for bereaved people and can often direct them to additional resources. Katherine Shear, a physician, and Stephanie Muldberg, a bereaved mother, join us to discuss how grief can play out in the consultation, and explain the importance of doctors acknowledging the death of a patient's loved one. Read their full practice article:

http://www.bmj.com/content/358/bmj.j2854