Hospice of Palm Beach County Physician Achieves Prestigious Honor

Hospice of Palm Beach County is proud to announce that Dr. Faustino Gonzalez has achieved the status of Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

This recognition comes in large part to the publications Dr. Gonzalez has written on topics pertaining to hospice and palliative care, his teaching to both other physicians, and the community at large, his board certification and the volunteer work he has participated in for many years. Dr. Gonzalez’s teaching, as well as insightful articles, have helped a countless number of individuals in the medical community navigate their way as they deal with a variety of illnesses and many diverse patients.

“Each day, Dr. Gonzalez provides the most incredible care to our patients and their families,” said Richard Levene, Vice President of Medical Affairs for Hospice of Palm Beach County. “He is very deserving of this prestigious honor. It truly reflects his excellence in the field and contributions to the hospice and palliative medicine community.”

Dr. Gonzalez, whose specialties are Internal and Palliative Medicine, has been with Hospice of Palm Beach County since 2001 in the roles of both Associate Medical Director and now Access Medical Director.

Hospice of Palm Beach County is the choice provider of hospice and palliative care for patients in the Palm Beach County community. The non-profit organization provides services to more than 7,000 patients and their families each year, regardless of their ability to pay.

To learn more about Hospice of Palm Beach County, please call (561) 848-5200 or visit www.hpbc.com.