Some people hear the words palliative care and immediately think hospice or end-of-life care.

In reality, palliative care can play an important role throughout the brain cancer journey by helping patients and caregivers manage symptoms, improve quality of life, navigate difficult decisions, and access the support they need.

Join us for the next GBM Voices conversation featuring Dr. Akanksha Sharma, a triple board-certified neurologist, neuro-oncologist, and palliative care specialist.

Thursday June 11, 2026
12pm PT | 3pm ET
Free
Please register in advance

We’ll discuss:
• Palliative care vs. hospice
• Quality of life throughout the brain cancer journey
• Caregiver support and caregiver burden
• Accessing support and resources
• How supportive care can help throughout the brain cancer journey
• What patients and caregivers often wish they had known earlier

Dr. Akanksha Sharma is a neurologist, neuro-oncologist, and palliative care specialist who serves as Director of Neuro Oncology at California Pacific Medical Center. A nationally recognized expert in patient-centered neuro-oncology care, she is passionate about helping patients and caregivers maximize quality of life throughout the brain cancer journey.