Redefining Hospice: A Conversation with Dr. Ned Stolzberg

12/09/2025 44 min
Redefining Hospice: A Conversation with Dr. Ned Stolzberg

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Episode Synopsis

Host Bob Roth welcomes Dr. Ned Stolzberg, Medical Director of Hospice of the Valley, for an eye-opening conversation about what hospice truly means. Far from being just a place, hospice is a philosophy of care that focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, most often delivered at home. Dr. Stolzberg shares his personal journey into hospice medicine, dispels common myths, and explains how earlier referrals can help families avoid unnecessary hospital visits while gaining vital support. Listeners will learn about the full range of services, from nurses and aides to equipment, counseling, music therapy, and more.#HospiceCare#EndOfLifeCare#PalliativeCar#AgingInPlace#SeniorCare#Caregiving#FamilyCaregivers

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