Palliative care is an excellent area of study, especially for chronic illness. I see so many patients with COPD, CHF, ESRD who suffer from so much pain, depression, and isolation. Focusing on ways to mitigate their suffering, prolong their quality of life is a noble venture. If you ever get a chance to speak with Dr. Asgari at work, you should talk to him about that. He did a Palliative fellowship.