Discover a unique hospice + palliative medicine fellowship at Tufts Medical Center
At Tufts Medical Center in Boston, our palliative care fellowship is known for its strong focus on cultural sensitivity. We serve a diverse patient community with roots in China, Southeast Asia and many other backgrounds. We respect each person’s language, values and traditions as we provide care for serious illness and end of life.
Our fellows gain hands-on experience with innovative care models that address how culture shapes medical decisions, while training in a warm, welcoming environment that encourages curiosity and compassion. This fellowship prepares clinicians to provide thoughtful, personalized care to all patients, no matter their background.
Key features include:
- Training in culturally responsive care tailored to diverse populations
- Rotations across inpatient consultation, home hospice, inpatient hospice, long-term care, and pediatrics
- A supportive, collaborative environment that encourages clinical growth and empathy
- Exposure to innovative approaches addressing cultural impact on medical decision-making
- Opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary team including oncology fellows, residents, social workers, and more
Join us at Tufts Medical Center to grow your skills, deepen your understanding of culture in care and make a meaningful difference for patients and families from all backgrounds.