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The E-Series: “I have a chronic condition. Now what?”

The CDC estimates that more than 129 million Americans (about 40% of the population) are living with at least one chronic disease. In this conversation, CEO Trent Cockerham and Hospice Physician Dr. Gene Freeman explore the progression of chronic diseases, the impact the conditions can have on an individual's psychological and emotional health, and the importance of self-advocacy and a proactive approach to connecting with helpful resources when managing a chronic condition.

Nov 4, 2024

 

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GUEST BIO:
Dr. Gene Freeman – Prior to medical school, Dr. Freeman received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Science in Anatomy at The Ohio State University. He completed his undergraduate medical education and received his Doctor of Medicine degree at the Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at the Washington Health System in Washington, PA and completed a graduate medical fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine at the University of Virginia Health System. Dr. Freeman holds current board certifications in both Family Medicine as well as Hospice & Palliative Medicine. Most recently, prior to joining Hospice of the Piedmont in 2023, Dr. Freeman was an integral member of the palliative medicine team at Cone Health. He finds great meaning in the opportunity to sit and learn what someone values most and then working with the individual and their loved ones to determine what is the best way to honor those values.

LINKS:
– CDC Article: click here
– Are you a caregiver? If so, we’d love to hear from you and support you! Click here to learn more!

Presented by Hospice of the Piedmont and Hospice of Randolph, The E-Series is an educational webinar series aimed at engaging our community, exploring relevant topics and educating about ways to connect with our organization. Funding for The E-Series is provided by the Dr. John A. Lusk Fund for Hospice and Palliative Care Education. For more information about the E-Series, click here.