Redwine Hannah M, Ganti Latha
Research, Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine, Winter Garden, USA.
Medical Science, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, USA.
Cureus. 2024 Dec 5;16(12):e75176. doi: 10.7759/cureus.75176. eCollection 2024 Dec.
Dame Cicely Saunders was a pioneer in palliative care and the founder of the modern hospice movement. Her visionary work, particularly in establishing St. Christopher's Hospice in 1967, reshaped the way healthcare professionals approach the care of patients with life-limiting illnesses. She emphasized a holistic approach that addresses not only physical pain but also the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients. Her contributions have left an indelible mark on the medical field, leading to the global expansion of palliative care services and their integration into various medical specialties. Today, palliative care and hospice services are recognized for enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families, focusing on quality over quantity of life, promoting dignity in dying, respecting patient autonomy, and supporting patients in creating a meaningful legacy.
西塞莉·桑德斯夫人是姑息治疗领域的先驱，也是现代临终关怀运动的创始人。她具有前瞻性的工作，尤其是在1967年建立圣克里斯托弗临终关怀院，重塑了医疗保健专业人员对待患有绝症患者护理的方式。她强调采用整体方法，不仅要解决身体疼痛，还要满足患者的情感、社会和精神需求。她的贡献在医学领域留下了不可磨灭的印记，推动了姑息治疗服务在全球的扩展，并将其融入到各个医学专科中。如今，姑息治疗和临终关怀服务因提高患者及其家人的生活质量而得到认可，注重生活质量而非数量，促进有尊严地死亡，尊重患者自主权，并支持患者创造有意义的遗产。
