Samaritan Medical Center Welcomes Palliative Care Specialist
Published on: December 27, 2024
Watertown, N.Y. Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Jane Simpson, a board-certified palliative care physician, to its healthcare team. Dr. Simpson will provide expert palliative care services to patients and their families, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing serious illness.
Dr. Simpson completed her medical degree at Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA. She completed her Family Medicine residency at UHS Wilson Memorial Hospital, Binghamton, NY, and a Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship at Brown University Warren Alpert School of Medicine, Providence, RI. Doctor Simpson is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine for Family Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. She is a North Country native and is excited to be back home to provide compassionate care to her neighbors.
Palliative care is a specialized medical care that provides relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness. The goal is to improve quality of life for any age and any stage in most serious illnesses, not just cancer. Dr. Simpson brings experience in palliative care, specializing in symptom management, pain relief, and psychosocial support. With a deep commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Simpson works alongside oncologists, nurses, and other specialists to develop personalized care plans that address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of cancer patients and their loved ones.
“Palliative care is an essential component of serious or life-threatening illness, aiming to improve the well-being of patients and provide support during challenging times,” said Dr. Simpson. “I look forward to joining the dedicated team at Samaritan and helping to ensure that each patient receives the care they deserve.”
As a compassionate and skilled physician, Dr. Simpson will work closely with patients to manage complex symptoms, assist in decision-making, and provide comfort to patients and families navigating difficult decisions related to treatment. Palliative care is an integral part of the multidisciplinary approach to care, emphasizing quality of life and dignity at every stage of the illness.
“We are excited to have Dr. Simpson join our team,” said Kay Sullivan, director of oncology services at the Walker Center for Cancer Care. “Her expertise in palliative care aligns with our mission to provide the most comprehensive and compassionate care to our patients.”
To learn more about palliative care services at Samaritan, visit samaritanhealth.com/palliative.
