Geisinger Hospice – Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Nicholls, MD

Geisinger Hospice, led by Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Nicholls, MD, provides compassionate end-of-life care to patients in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The hospice team focuses on enhancing quality of life for individuals with terminal illnesses by managing pain, addressing emotional and spiritual needs, and supporting families throughout the journey. With a patient-centered approach, they offer personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences. Their interdisciplinary team includes physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers who work collaboratively to provide comfort and dignity. Geisinger Hospice is known for its commitment to holistic care, ensuring that patients and families receive comprehensive support. They also provide bereavement counseling and grief resources for loved ones. By integrating healthcare expertise with compassionate service, they help patients transition through their final stages of life with peace and dignity.

Key Services:
– Pain and symptom management
– Personalized hospice care plans
– Emotional and spiritual support
– Family and caregiver education
– Bereavement and grief counseling
– In-home hospice services
– Coordination with primary care providers
– Volunteer support services