A panel discussion hosted by Hospice of Michigan, Saint Mary’s Health Care and Aquinas College
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Watch the Presentation: Video of the panel discussion is available on demand.
End of life decisions can present emotional, medical and religious questions and dilemmas for the dying patient and their family.
As advancements in medical science can prolong life, questions and confusion abound surrounding what the Church teaches about ordinary and extraordinary means, hydration, pain relief, and palliative care.
Panelists:
Michael Paletta, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer, Hospice of Michigan
Sister Myra Bergman, R.S.M.
Saint Mary’s Health Care, Member of Mercy Health
Very Rev. John Geaney, C.S.P.
Rector of Cathedral of Saint Andrew
Event Details:
Thursday, February 28
Time: 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Wege Ballroom, Wege Center, Aquinas College >Campus Map (pdf)
There is no cost to attend.
A special thank you to the Cathedral of Saint Andrew and Michigan Catholic Conference (MCC) for their support.
For any questions, contact Mary Haarman at (616) 632-2845.