Andy Lawton

Dr. Andy Lawton, a palliative care physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, shares his insights on effective goals of care conversations. He introduces the REMAP framework, emphasizing how to navigate prognosis discussions and respond to emotions. Dr. Lawton reflects on balancing paternalism with patient autonomy during serious illness dialogues. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding patient values and the challenges families face in critical care, offering strategies for empathetic communication and decision-making.