David Casarett

David Casarett is a palliative care physician and researcher whose work bridges clinical practice, ethics, and health services research. He has examined determinants of hospice utilization and quality of hospice care, identifying barriers that prevent patients from accessing appropriate end-of-life services. His research on patient preferences for information and treatment has informed shared decision-making frameworks in oncology. He is also known for evidence-based evaluations of complementary therapies used by cancer patients.