Changing the way we think and talk about the end of life | Mataa Moses Mataa | TEDxLusaka

What is the most important thing to you as you approach the end of your life? What do you think matters most to your loved ones? In this talk, Dr Mataa challenges health care providers, families and patients to openly tackle the end of life conversations. Dr. Mataa Moses Mataa is a medical doctor and palliative care provider. A graduate of the University of Zambia School of Medicine (2008) and an alumnus of Hospice Africa Uganda (2016). He believes that healthcare should be focused on quality of life, addressing not only physical needs but social, spiritual and social needs. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@chucksswana3077]

Wow, very insightful, Dr. Mataa.. God bless.🙌

[@griffinshanungu4490]

I have watched this twice. Very interesting perspectives you present in your talk Dr. Mataa. This quote and I paraphrase - 'while we may not be able to add more days to their lives, we can add life to the days they have left!' - is very profound. Enjoyed your talk!

[@chileshemasiye8370]

"... When we see our patients as people first, not just the Disease they have, even at the end of Life, there is always something we can do ..."👏👏👏

[@actualidadesyconsejosmedicos]

Interesting social issue. Congratulations!!

[@ivanquintanilla9360]

I love the way always we can learn more things and know more about ourselves. Awesome!

[@saboichocho9393]

Nice one doc.

[@SamakayiKatambo]

Awesome Talk And Insight On Such An Intricate Topic. We're privileged To Have You And Mentored By Your Work.

[@WalterMwambazi]

A very sobering but necessary talk. Thanks for this timely message!