Geriatric service
Geriatric palliative care in Ciudad Juárez
Symptom control, pain management and end-of-life support, with real help for the family.
- Office and home visits
- Bring someone with you
- Written plan
When to consult
When should palliative care start?
Earlier than people usually think: it can accompany from the early stages of an advanced illness, alongside active treatment.
When to consult
- Advanced or incurable illness with distressing symptoms.
- Pain, breathlessness or nausea that is poorly controlled.
- Hard decisions about how far to treat.
- A wish to receive care at home.
Before your visit
- Gather current diagnoses and treatments.
- Think, as a family if possible, about what matters most to the person.
- Identify who will take part in decisions.
Important points
- Controlling pain does not shorten life; untreated pain does make it worse.
- The person's wishes guide the plan: it is worth discussing them in time.
- The family is also a subject of care: burnout is addressed.
During the visit
What is evaluated during the visit?
Step by step
From assessment to a practical plan
Book your visit
By WhatsApp or phone. We confirm the time and the current fee before closing the appointment.
Prepare your documents
ID, recent test results, prescriptions and every medication, supplements included.
The assessment, unhurried
We listen to what matters most to the person and adjust the whole plan to that goal.
Written plan and follow-up
You leave with your instructions explained, the treatment adjustments and the date of the next check.
Expected results
What you can expect from this care
Every person progresses differently; these are realistic goals, adjusted at each follow-up.
- Pain and symptoms under control
- Decisions discussed clearly
- A defined crisis plan
- Sustained stability and comfort
- Fewer unwanted transfers and admissions
- A family supported and guided
- A stage lived with dignity and without pain
- Care aligned with the person's wishes
- Support for the family throughout
Scientific backing
Trustworthy, verifiable sources
The recommendations on this page follow the guidance of these organizations:
- National Institute on Aging (NIA) End-of-life care
- World Health Organization (WHO) Palliative care fact sheet
- American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Goals-of-care based practice
Educational content: it does not replace an individual medical assessment.
Support with dignity and without pain
Message me on WhatsApp: I answer personally and we book the right assessment, at the office or at home.
Contact
Leave your details and I will call you during office hours.
Office hours Monday to Friday · 3:00 to 8:00 pmSaturday · 9:00 am to 1:00 pmSunday · closed
Phone and WhatsApp 656 582 1954
Is this an emergency? Chest pain, trouble breathing or a fall with a hard blow do not wait for an appointment: go to the emergency department or call 911.
From the blog
Related notes
The questions that come up most in consultation, explained calmly and without jargon.
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Comprehensive assessment What a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment is, and why it changes treatment The central tool of geriatrics: it evaluates the whole person and builds one coherent plan from that. 8 min read Read -
Caregivers Caring for the caregiver: signs of burnout Whoever accompanies also wears down. Recognizing burnout in time protects two people. 6 min read Read -
Memory Normal forgetfulness or a warning sign: how to tell them apart Forgetting where you left the keys is not the same as forgetting what they are for. 5 min read Read -
Medications Five medications or more: why they are worth reviewing Some drugs stop being necessary and others start causing dizziness, falls or confusion. 6 min read Read -
Falls A safer home: preventing falls, room by room Most falls happen at home and nearly all of them can be prevented. 7 min read Read -
Nutrition Eating and strength after 70 Losing muscle is not inevitable. How much protein is really needed and which exercise preserves independence. 5 min read Read
Frequently asked questions
About this service
Question not here? Send me a WhatsApp message and I will answer personally.
Ask on WhatsAppIs palliative care only for the last days?
No. It can start in the early stages of an advanced illness and improves quality of life throughout the process.
Can it be provided at home?
Yes. Symptom control and support are usually delivered at home, where the person prefers to be.