Beth Hoffmann answers your hospice questions

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Q: What sets Hoffmann apart from other local hospice agencies?

A: We offer a number of services unique to Hoffmann, but space permits me to name only two. We over staff on evenings and weekends to ensure quick patient response and the comfort and cost-saving convenience of our private transportation is greatly appreciated by our families.

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Hoffmann Hospice

Hoffmann Hospice is a locally founded, non-profit hospice agency serving Kern County and the Antelope Valley. Renowned for its high standard of care and innovative services, Hoffmann cares for patients of all ages and illnesses. At Hoffmann Hospice we consider it a privilege to care for the terminally ill and their families during this season of life

Hoffmann medical directors at your service

Hoffmann Hospice medical directors in Bakersfield (from left) Dr. Kerry Oliver,
Dr. Warren Wisnoff and Dr. Todd Farrer

Hoffmann's medical directors are an essential part of our team. They are vastly experienced in treating end-of-life symptoms and are responsible for the medical component of our patient care program. Patients may retain their attending physicians while on hospice service, but have access to our medical directors when needed.
Hoffmann Hospice is proud to introduce our medical directors serving the patients and families of Kern County and the Antelope Valley.

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Dr. Jack Nadler, Hoffmann's medical director in the Kern River Valley.

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Dr. Karen Glover, Hoffmann's medical director in Palmdale.

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