If you or a loved one are trying to manage a serious illness, St. Jude Medical Center offers palliative care that provides unique support to patients in their time of need. Our goal is to assist patients through treatment with comfort and empathy.  Our multidisciplinary palliative care team specializes in helping patients successfully manage symptoms - such as pain or shortness of breath - while also helping you better understand your condition and choices for medical care.  We focus on what’s important to you and your family, from helping improve tolerance for treatment to maximizing day-to-day functioning.