“Can anesthesia help hospice patients?”

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“Can anesthesia help hospice patients?”

My friend moved to hospice care. Can anesthesia help hospice patients?

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**Matthew Holsclaw** Anesthesiologist Riverside, CA · Accepted Answer

Matthew Holsclaw Anesthesiologist Riverside, CA

Usually the hospice physician will handle hospice patients. Anesthesia might be involved if asked to do a procedure.

**Rachel Felton** Social Worker | Clinical Seattle, WA · Accepted Answer

Rachel Felton Social Worker | Clinical Seattle, WA

I would consult with a physican, specializing in hospice care or your PCP to gain a better understanding and answer to this question.

**Dr. Rajendran G. Nair** Anesthesiologist Pensacola, Florida · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rajendran G. Nair Anesthesiologist Pensacola, Florida

Typically NO