Literature Review

Hospice, heal thyselfHealth Affairs; by Ira Byock; 12/18/25Placeholder - working on summary

David J. Jones appointed CEO of Sacred Heart, parent of Faith and Freudenthal Home Health & Hospice EIN Presswire; by Creach Family Holdings; 12/16/25 Sacred Heart, the parent organization of Faith Home Health & Hospice and Freudenthal Home Health & Hospice, is proud to announce the appointment of David J. Jones as its new Chief Executive Officer. David brings more than 22 years of experience in home health, hospice, and therapy services to the role.

The future of the hospice physician: HOPE, staffing & technology Maxwell TEC; podcast by Tom Maxwell with Dr. Andrew Mayo and Dr. Tiffany Richter; 12/15/25... In this episode, Tom sits down with two of the most respected clinical leaders in the country: Dr. Andrew Mayo (Chief Medical Officer, St. Croix Hospice) and Dr. Tiffany Richter (Chief Medical Officer, Agape Care Group). They break down the debate between full-time vs. contracted physicians, the "hybrid" model that is winning, and the heartbreaking regulatory gaps preventing dialysis patients from accessing hospice care. Plus, they share deeply personal stories that remind us why we do this work. 

Home health care: A broken system Business NH Magazine, New Hampshire; by Dave Solomon and Scott Merrill; 12/16/25Amy Moore has strong feelings about the value of home care for patients of all ages because she’s seen what can happen when care isn’t available. She is vice president of external relations at Ascentria Care Alliance and president of the Home Care Hospice and Palliative Care Alliance of NH. 

Daughters of Marshall: 4th-generation graduate credits family's perseverance for her success The Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, WV; by Mary Jane Epling; 12/13/25 What looks like an ordinary graduation stage to most will feel more like a well-worn trail to Marshall University senior Emma Randan--a path carved by three generations of women who crossed it before her.  ... [Forty-six years before ]her great-grandmother, Laura Darby, was wrapping up her long-awaited associate's degree in nursing, taking part in Marshall's Class of 1979. ... Darby would go on to complete a bachelor's degree in nursing and earned a master's by 1982, using her Marshall-built network to dream up Hospice of Huntington for a senior project. The nonprofit founded by Darby was the first hospice in the state of West Virginia to become Medicare-certified, and it still provides end-of-life care to patients from West Virginia, southern Ohio and eastern Kentucky.

Award-winning documentary chronicles hospice nurse’s final 39 days Hospice Foundation of America (HFA) and TGBeyond, Washington, DC; Press Release; 12/1/25Hospice Foundation of America (HFA) and TGBeyond today announced the release of A Butterfly Has Been Released, an award-winning short documentary, alongside a new professional continuing education program, From Caregiver to Patient: Hospice Nurse Allyson’s Final 39 Days. Pre-purchase is available now, with formal release in January 2026. The 36-minute film follows Allyson, a hospice nurse with more than 20 years of experience guiding patients and families through death and grief, as she navigates her own final 39 days after a life-limiting diagnosis. Through candid kitchen-table conversations, a 150-person living funeral, and a natural green burial, Allyson demonstrates what she spent decades teaching others: live with purpose, presence, and connection until the very last day.Editor's Note: Is the concept of a "living funeral" new to you? I've seen this moving film several times, with a group discussion among healthcare professionals led by its producers Jason Zamer and Barry Koch. Click here for its 2-minute trailer.

I asked 6 executives which books have shaped their leadership Business Insider; by Ana Altchek; 12/3/25 Last month, I asked six executives from Big Tech companies like AWS, to financial firms like Mastercard, and style brands like Revlon and Mejuri, about the books that have influenced their leadership style. Their responses included management staples, like "Extreme Ownership: How US Navy Seals Lead,"  and books focused on soft skills, such as "Emotional Intelligence" or "Quiet."

Quality comes from within, with Andrew Reed Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); podcast hosted by Chris Comeaux with Andrew Reed; 12/10/25In our latest crossover episode TCNtalks and Anatomy Of Leadership, Andrew Reed, CEO and Chief Teaching Officer of Multi-View Incorporated, shares his journey as a recording artist with Universal Virgin Music Groups and his experiences in the music industry.  Andrew makes a bold case: profit should follow purpose, not push it around.  When leaders chase “more” at all costs, bad profits appear and training, standards, and trust all erode.  When teams build sustainable systems and teach rigor with heart, margin becomes a reliable barometer rather than the goal. 

4 ‘pivot points’ for hospice, palliative care growthHospice News; by Holly Vossel; 12/8/25Hospice and palliative care providers have achieved many successes, but are facing an uncertain outlook as patient populations and the loved ones supporting them grapple with unmet needs. Hospice and palliative care services have driven down health care costs while developing interdisciplinary models that address a wide scope of physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs, Dr. Ira Byock, palliative care physician, author and advocate, said during a recent GeriPal podcast. However, significant gaps exist in the availability and sustainability of these services under current regulatory frameworks, he indicated. ... [His recently published white paper] outlined four [components] to consider when developing sustainable strategies for hospice and palliative care businesses. These included:

Brené Brown and Adam Grant say the best leaders do this. Mediocre managers do the opposite Fast Company; by Inc.; 11/22/25 Are you a 'learner' or a 'knower'? How can you tell if someone is a great leader? They always want to know more. They’re interested in mastery of a subject or skill. They ask great questions. And, as they find out more, they sometimes change their mind. They’re a “learner.” But these days, most CEOs and other leaders take the opposite approach. They think of themselves as “knowers.” They appear to have all the answers. That’s bad for them, their direct reports, and the organizations they lead.

From compliance to cultural consciencePharmaLive.com; by Adela King, Inizio Evoke; 12/1/25 If patients can’t see themselves in your ads, they won’t see themselves in your brand. ... But don’t mistake this as a call to diversify casting alone. It’s a call to dig deeper and connect with cultural relevance, not just appearance.

The future of hospice care: Opportunities and challenges Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); podcast hosted by Chris Comeaux with Ira Byock and Cordt Kassner; 12/3/25 In this meaningful episode of TCNtalks, host Chris Comeaux sits down with Cordt Kassner and renowned Hospice pioneer Dr. Ira Byock to explore why Hospice and Palliative Care matter now more than ever—especially during the holiday season, when reflection and connection take center stage.The conversation traces the evolution of Hospice, highlighting how its mission has expanded beyond end-of-life care to fostering true well-being for patients and families. Dr. Byock challenges long-held assumptions about Hospice, urging a reframing of the narrative to emphasize life completion, compassion, and the profound impact these services have on the broader healthcare landscape.

Honoring the lives and legacies of hospice leaders - November 2025