By, Katie M. Dodd, MS, RDN, CSG, LD If you work in health care, you have likely heard about palliative care and hospice care. But what exactly are these types of care- in what ways are they similar or different? Having knowledge about these important services is imperative for all health care providers, regardless of the setting you work in. End of Life Care When discussing hospice and palliative care, most people think of end of life care. Per the National Institute on Aging