Lauren Daley
MD, CCFP(PC)
Palliative Clinic
St. Paul's Hospital

Lauren works as a palliative care physician at a number of different locations including St. Paul's Hospital, St. John Hospice, Cottage Hospice and the Portland Hotel Society. After completing her undergraduate medial training at McMaster University, she went on the pursue a residency in Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia (St. Paul's site). She then did a year of added competency in Palliative Care, also at UBC. Lauren is particularly interested in serving vulnerable populations and is especially curious about the intersection between mental health, addiction and end-of-life care. Lauren has an interest in primary care reform and currently sits on the Vancouver Division of Family Practice Board of Directors. Lauren is passionate about elevating the quality of conversations had with patients struggling with serious illness and enjoys teaching medical learners and colleagues about the value of these conversations. Lauren ensures balance in her life by being an outdoor enthusiast with trail running and hiking with her dog Marvin.