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About Us

Academy of Palliative Medicine (APM)

A Constituent Unit of the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)

The Academy of Palliative Medicine (APM) is a dedicated academic initiative under the aegis of the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC). Established in July 2022, APM represents a vibrant community of healthcare professionals committed to advancing the research and practice of palliative medicine in India.

Our mission is to empower and equip the country’s multidisciplinary palliative care workforce through structured and high-quality education, training, and mentorship. By fostering academic excellence and clinical competence, APM aims to ensure that every patient with a serious or life-limiting illness receives compassionate, appropriate, and evidence-based care.

Palliative care is no longer a choice—it is an urgent and essential component of comprehensive healthcare. As the burden of chronic and terminal illnesses grows in India, there is an increasing need to build a skilled and future-ready cadre of professionals who can lead the delivery of person-centered, holistic care.

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Vision – Mission – Core Values

Our Vision

To be the leading academic and research body of Palliative Medicine…
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Our Mission

The Academy of Palliative Medicine, as the academic and training arm…
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Core Values

Compassion, Excellence, Innovation
Collaboration, Integrity, Sustainability.
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Our Courses

The Academy of Palliative Medicine (APM) hosts a Weekly Online Lecture Series every Monday from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM IST.
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Research

Research in Palliative Medicine is a rapidly evolving field of medicine that focuses on providing compassionate
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Announcement

Applications invited for the IAPC Certificate Course in Basics of Palliative Care – 2nd Cohort

Applications invited for the IAPC Certificate Course in Basics of Palliative Care – 2nd Cohort

by | Jun 14, 2025 |

MBBS and above.Friday, 11 July 2025, with a duration of 6 months This course is designed to enhance knowledge and skills in providing quality palliative care. Join us in strengthening palliative care across India.contact us at +91 63616 46682 /

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Blog

Call for Commendations

Call for Commendations

by | May 12, 2025 |

Call for Commendations – A Tribute to an Excellent Nurse Celebrating Compassion. Honouring Excellence. We are humbled and inspired by the overwhelming response to our ‘Call for Commendations’ initiative — a heartfelt tribute to nurses who exemplify the true spirit of...

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Testimonials

{I had an opportunity to attend APM’s ANSPC Batch 2 during September 2024 – April 2025. I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from the... Advanced Nursing Skills in Palliative Care course, which comprised 17 informative modules. I'd like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to each teacher for their valuable contributions, encouragement, and commitment to excellence in teaching. The sessions were engaging and effective, focusing on goal-setting, open communication, growth opportunities, and a positive work environment. Key takeaways included recognizing and rewarding contributions, autonomy, and building strong team relationships to boost morale and engagement. This training has been truly fulfilling and has significantly impacted my daily work in the community. It helped me structure and organize my tasks more efficiently. I've gained a deeper understanding of the importance of preparation, updating my nursing skills, and providing quality care. I'm proud to have completed the Advanced Nursing Skills in Palliative Care course. One suggestion for future training would be to offer a course on Pediatric palliative care, covering all chronic diseases, not just cancer. I learned that palliative care is supportive care from the time of diagnosis, not just end-of-life care. Lastly, I'd like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to this training. Thank you for making a difference!
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Ms Sabina Louis Fernandes
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Ms Sabina Louis Fernandes
Nurse at Novi Survat (Goa NGO)
{It was a great experience joining and successfully completing the Advanced Nursing Skills in Palliative Care with the Academy of Palliative... Medicine during September 2024 to April 2025. The course helped me gain a lot of knowledge, and helped me to correlate with my patients who are admitted in palliative care... It also helped me deal with the various issues faced by my colleague, who had stage 4 malignancy and dealing with end of life care... It helped me understand the various issues faced and the practical aspect of care at Karunashraya Palliative Centre, Bengaluru, which i visited with my colleague. One of the challenges I encountered at work was the limited authority granted to nurses and the inadequate understanding among oncology specialists regarding treatment goals in palliative care. Once again want to thank the whole team of knowledgeable faculty who patiently taught us all and encouraged us at every step of our journey. Thanks a lot everyone.
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Ms Rashmi Jose Therattil
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Ms Rashmi Jose Therattil
Psychiatry matron at Command hospital, Bangalore