Resource Center

This resource offers a set of videos aimed at healthcare workers that cover various aspects of palliative care.

Examples include:

• End Of The Line, a video about the common fears related to contemplating death, planning ahead, and talking about challenging topics relating to serious illness. 
• We're The Fire Department, Not The Fire, a satirical video about the myths, misconceptions, and biases many healthcare workers have about palliative care.
• We Can Help Light The Way, a video of getting a new diagnosis which can be scary and leave people feeling in the dark. Palliative care teams can help light the way.
• Heroes, a part of a satirical video series about the sacrifices healthcare workers have made during the COVID-19 pandemic and the mixed responses and fading support from the public.
• The Quiet Parts Out Loud, part of the Antiracism Animation Series, in collaboration with Dr. Jared Rubenstein, Dr. Princess Dennar and Dr. Andria Tatem. A satirical look at institutional diversity statements, and how words are not often backed up by actions

About Dr. Rubenstein: Jared Rubenstein, MD, is a pediatric palliative care doctor and medical educator in Houston, TX. "I believe humor, media, and metaphor empowers us to confront challenging subjects. I hope my videos provide education, start conversations, and sometimes, make you laugh."