Hospice Research Information 9/20/25

Hospice Research Information 9/20/25

1. The Advancing the Science of Palliative Care Research across the Lifespan (ASCENT) Consortium is announcing two new funding opportunities. We invite you to learn more about the ASCENT Research Scholar and Pilot and Exploratory Studies Awards on our website. Letters of Intent for the first cycle of these research funding opportunities are due October 15, 2025. We will hold an optional informational webinar for both opportunities on September 24, 2025.
2. Hospice Training Survey. The Hospice Medical Director Certification Board [HMDCB] in partnership with AAHPM are reviewing gaps in training knowledge and preparation for physicians entering hospice care. We are seeking to better assess the experience of hospice physicians and the larger impact of training on the field. The [online] survey is completely anonymous and will take less than 10 minutes to complete. If you have any questions, feel free to contact HMDCB staff at info@hmdcb.org or call 847-375-6740.
3. Hospice Analytics is seeking hospice leaders who are interested in learning about current hospice research projects - and, if desired, exploring opportunities to participate. Projects may range from brief online surveys to randomized clinical trials. Our goal is to help connect hospice leaders with researchers in ways that advance the field and improve care. To be clear: by signing up, you are not committing to participate in any project. You are simply agreeing to be contacted about research opportunities that might be a fit for your organization (and/or to distribute to your colleagues). To learn more, please complete this form.
4. National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care is launching an open call for experts to join the Guideline Expert Panel (GEP) for the 5th Edition of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Quality Palliative Care (NCP Guidelines). For more information about the Guidelines update or application process, please visit our web page or email info@nationalcoalitionhpc.org.