Living with Loss

When she was admitted to the hospital, I'd stay with her until 9 p.m. and would sleep at home with the phone on my nightstand. Family physicians can offer support and a listening ear, as well as focus on the physical and emotional aspects of health. AMY CRAWFORD-FAUCHER, MD, FAAFP RESOURCES The Compassionate Friends: http://www.compassionatefriends.org GriefNet: http://www.griefnet.org Close-ups is coordinated by Caroline Wellbery, MD, Associate Deputy Editor, with assistance from Amy Crawford-Faucher, MD; Jo Marie Reilly, MD; and Sanaz Sara Majd, MD. Questions about this department may be sent to Dr. Wellbery at afpjournal@aafp.org.