Preparing for the Final Chapter - How Hospitals and Doctors in Thailand Are Changing End of Life Care
Kittisak Meepoon Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Aug 04, 2025 2 hours, 40 minutes ago
Thailand Hospital News Report
Hua Chiew Hospital recently took a major step in improving how doctors and nurses help patients and their families face serious illness and the final stages of life. In collaboration with Chivamit, the hospital held a powerful academic lecture titled “Advance Care Planning” to help medical teams better understand and support the emotional and physical needs of their patients during critical times.
Preparing for the Final Chapter - How Hospitals and Doctors in Thailand Are Changing End of Life Care
Bringing Experts Together
The special lecture was delivered by Dr. Phinyo Sriwirachai, a palliative care expert from the renowned Siriraj Hospital’s Palliative Care Center. He shared valuable insights with
Thailand Hospital News reporters and also doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals on how to better communicate with patients and families about making decisions for future care.
The event was attended by key figures from Hua Chiew Hospital, including Dr. Monnapa Khunnarong and Dr. Surapong Worasuwanrak, the hospital’s Medical Directors. Their presence underlined the importance the hospital places on compassionate care and careful planning during a patient’s final stages of life.
Understanding Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning, or ACP, is a process where patients, along with their families and healthcare providers, discuss and make decisions about future healthcare preferences. This includes choosing the kind of medical treatment they want or do not want if they become seriously ill or unable to communicate their wishes.
For many, talking about end-of-life care can be uncomfortable. But experts agree that these conversations are essential to ensure that patients receive the kind of care that truly respects their dignity, values, and personal beliefs.
Respecting Every Life Decision
Hua Chiew Hospital aims to bring this thoughtful approach to every patient they serve. With ACP, patients can make informed decisions in advance. It helps reduce stress for families and ensures that the medical team follows the patient’s wishes.
By offering this kind of emotional and medical support, the hospital is not only providing physical healing but also creating a sense of peace and dignity for everyone involved.
A New Era of Compassionate Care
The hospital’s efforts mark a shift in Thai healthcare toward more personalized and humane treatment, especially for those dealing with terminal illness. With support from experts and ongoing training, hospitals across Thailand may soon follow this model.
Conclusion
Advance Care Planning is not about giving up hope. It is about making sure every patient’s voice is heard, even when they can no longer speak. This thoughtful approach offers comfort,
control, and dignity for patients and their loved ones during life’s most challenging moments.
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