expanding Palliative Care​ Services in ⁣Bergamo

Roberta ⁣Marchesi has been appointed the new Director​ of Palliative Care at ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII in Bergamo, Italy. Her role will focus on enhancing the integration of palliative care services between hospital‌ and community settings, and ‌improving simultaneous⁣ care pathways for patients and their families.

Marchesi has extensive ⁤experience in palliative care, currently carrying out clinical activities in both the “Kika Mamoli and Arnaldo⁢ Minetti” Hospice in via ​Borgo Palazzo and providing home-based ‌palliative care. within the hospital, she provides consultancy services‌ to specialist departments and manages outpatient activities, contributing to ‍the growth of‌ early and⁢ simultaneous care pathways. For the past two ‍years, she has led the hospital’s ⁣simple early and simultaneous palliative care unit.

International Training⁣ and Expertise

Marchesi’s ⁢training⁤ extends ⁤beyond Italy. She completed a one-year clinical training program ⁢at McGill University‌ in Canada, specializing in the‌ management of acute ⁢and chronic pediatric pain. McGill University is a leading research institution⁢ known for its‌ medical programs. she also holds ‍a II level Master’s degree in acupuncture from the Sowen Study center in Milan and received⁤ training in ‍hypnotic induction⁢ techniques at the Minnesota Society ⁣of Clinical Hypnosis in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis offers workshops and ‌resources for healthcare professionals utilizing hypnosis in clinical practice.

Leadership Vision and Hospital Support

Francesco Locati, the General Director of‍ ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII, expressed his confidence in Marchesi’s appointment. ⁤⁣ “This appointment enhances ​high-level professional skills and in-depth knowledge of the palliative care⁢ network,” Locati stated.ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII is ​a major hospital and healthcare provider in the Bergamo province.

Locati further emphasized that ​Marchesi is “called upon to ​further strengthen hospital-territory‌ integration, the simultaneous treatment paths and the quality of care aimed at the⁤ most fragile people, promoting the pain therapy network also with advanced ​tools.” This highlights the hospital’s commitment to a holistic and integrated approach to palliative care, prioritizing patient comfort and quality of life.

The‌ Growing Importance‌ of Palliative Care

Palliative care is increasingly recognized as an essential component of healthcare, focusing on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness. Unlike hospice care, which is typically reserved ⁢for patients with a limited life expectancy, palliative care can​ be provided at ​any stage of illness‌ and⁣ alongside curative treatment. The World Health Organization ‌(WHO) emphasizes the importance of​ integrating⁤ palliative care ⁣into national health systems to improve the ‌quality‍ of life‍ for ​millions of people worldwide.

The appointment of Roberta Marchesi reflects a broader trend towards strengthening palliative care services ⁣in Italy‌ and​ internationally, ensuring that patients and families have access to thorough and compassionate care during ⁢challenging times.