A Specialist in Palliative Care
Jamie Sindelaar, DO, focuses on improving the quality of life for patients living with serious or life-limiting illnesses. She addresses patients’ physical, emotional and spiritual needs while supporting them throughout the course of their illness.
Dr. Sindelar sees patients experiencing the following conditions:
- Cancer
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Degenerative neurocognitive disorders
- Heart failure
- Other life-limiting diseases
Her services include:
- Assisting with care transitions between home, hospital or hospice settings
- Care coordination with primary providers and specialists
- Comprehensive assessment of symptoms and care needs
- Education about illness progression and expectations
- Emotional and psychosocial support for patients and families
- End-of-life care focused on dignity, comfort and respect for patients’ wishes
- Guidance for complex medical decisions and advanced care planning
- Medication management
Speaks: English