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The professional organization for health care professionals in hospice and palliative care.

10/21/2026

Learning is even better when you bring your Fellows along.

On Thursday, November 5, AAHPM and HMDCB's 2026 Hospice Super Forum brings together timely education on certification and recertification in an AI-driven regulatory environment, advanced symptom management at home, and the evolving role of buprenorphine in hospice care.

Current HPM Fellows receive 20% off member or nonmember registration rates. Fellows can contact Member Services at 847.375.6740 to request their discount code.

Plus, register by Monday, October 26, and eligible U.S. registrants can opt to have pizza delivered right to their door.*

Come for the practical hospice education. Bring your Fellows. Stay for the pizza.
https://ow.ly/1zfK50ZZjW6

10/20/2026

The live event may be over, but the learning continues.

Access Advanced Pharmacology at the Edge of Care: Precision, Pragmatism, and Palliative Reality on demand and dig into the pharmacologic challenges clinicians encounter when caring for patients with serious illness, from end-of-life medication decisions to substance use and buprenorphine.

Earn up to 5.25 credits while learning on your schedule.

Watch the recording and learn more: https://ow.ly/IJ4E50ZZ1H7

10/19/2026

Celebrate Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month with us!

Join palliative care leaders from Brazil, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico for a special conversation exploring advances and challenges in care, workforce development, leadership, and access.

Together, we’ll also look at opportunities to strengthen international collaboration and learn from perspectives across borders.

📅 Wednesday, October 21
🕑 2 pm CT

Save your seat and join the conversation!
https://ow.ly/J6aF50ZZ0yA

10/16/2026

Grow your leadership. Expand your impact.

Applications are now open for the 2026 AAHPM Leadership Scholars Program!

Designed for emerging leaders in hospice and palliative care, the program supports members as they strengthen leadership skills, build meaningful connections, and create a personalized leadership and career development plan.

Whether your passion is clinical care, education, research, advocacy, administration, or organizational leadership, take the next step in your journey.

Apply by Thursday, November 5 at 5 pm CT.
https://aahpm.org/scholarship/leadership-scholars/

10/15/2026

Essentially, it’s time to celebrate! Thursday, November 19 | 1pm CT

Celebrate the 6th Edition of AAHPM Essentials with lead editors Joe Shega, MD, and Stacie Levine, MD FAAHPM! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the new edition, bring your questions for a live Q&A and have a chance to win prizes.

Whether Essentials is a longtime favorite or new to you, come join the celebration!

Join the party! https://ow.ly/VeAj50ZYahn

10/13/2026

Registration is open for the 2027 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care!

Everyone is invited to join the hospice and palliative care community in Pittsburgh for learning, connection, and fresh ideas.

Register by January 13, 2027, to take advantage of Early Bird rates and experience all the Annual Assembly has to offer, including educational sessions, keynote presentations, networking opportunities, exhibits, and more.

Can’t attend the full conference? One-Day Registration and Assembly On-Call offer flexible ways to participate.

Register today and save with Early Bird rates: https://ow.ly/lJmF50ZXeeL

10/12/2026

The October 2026 issue of PC-FACS is out now!

This issue covers concurrent palliative care in young adults, hospice use in nursing homes, caregiver coaching in advanced cancer, chronic pain and developmental disabilities, end-of-life care in mental illness, tramadol safety and efficacy, and more.

AAHPM members, log in to read the latest issue.

https://ow.ly/1Ryp50ZWRRi

10/09/2026

What can we learn from palliative care leaders across Latin America and the Caribbean?

AAHPM's newest blog explores the upcoming webinar, "Celebrating Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month: Advancing Palliative Care Through International Partnerships," featuring experts who are helping expand access to serious illness care through research, leadership, mentorship, and international collaboration.

Read the blog and discover how global partnerships are advancing palliative care for patients and families around the world.

https://aahpm.org/blog/celebrating-hispanic-latino-heritage-month-through-global-collaboration/

10/08/2026

Registration Opens Tuesday, October 13!

The wait is almost over. Registration for the 2027 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care opens next Tuesday!

Join thousands of hospice and palliative care professionals in Pittsburgh, PA, March 17-20, 2027 for four days of cutting-edge education, meaningful networking, and inspiration from leaders across the field.

✅ Learn from leading experts
✅ Connect with colleagues from across disciplines
✅ Explore the latest research and innovations
✅ Access available session recordings through Assembly On-Call

Whether you're attending the full conference, joining for a day, or participating through Assembly On-Call, there's an option to fit your schedule.

https://aahpm.org/education-events/annual-assembly/reg-info/

10/06/2026

The Fall 2026 edition of AAHPM Quarterly is now available!

Stay current on the latest developments in hospice and palliative medicine, Academy news, member achievements, and emerging trends shaping the field.

This issue's feature article explores one of the most talked-about topics in serious illness care: Breakthrough Therapeutics in Complex Illness: How Academy Members Are Integrating Psychedelics to Ease Distress

Discover how clinicians and researchers are examining psychedelic-assisted therapy as a potential approach to addressing anxiety, depression, and existential distress in patients with serious illness.

Access the digital edition today and explore all of our regular columns, Academy updates, and this timely feature. https://aahpm.org/publications/aahpm-quarterly/issue-archive/fall-2026/

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