Death is But a Dream: Uncovering the Meaning Behind End-of-Life Dreams

Dr. Chris Kerr, a hospice physician and neurobiologist, has dedicated his career to researching the significance of end-of-life dreams and their impact on those who experience them. His personal experiences with his dying father inspired him to explore this topic further, and now he serves as the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Executive Officer of Hospice & Palliative Care Buffalo.

Dr. Kerr’s work has been featured in a recent New York Times magazine article, as well as being the author of the book Death is But a Dream: Finding Hope and Meaning in End-of-Life Dreams. In a discussion with Susan Moran, Dr. Kerr shed light on how these dreams can bring hope and meaning to those facing mortality. As the producer and executive producer of the conversation, Shelley Schlender helped bring Dr. Kerr’s insights to a wider audience.

Through his research and personal experiences, Dr. Kerr provides a unique perspective on death and dying that bridges science and spirituality. He offers comfort and understanding to those grappling with these difficult topics, providing valuable resources for those facing the end of life.

As people approach the end of their lives, many experience visions and dreams in which they are reunited with loved ones who have passed on. These experiences are both mysterious and common, but what can science tell us about them? Dr. Chris Kerr sought to answer these questions through his research.

Dr. Kerr’s interest in this topic stemmed from witnessing his dying father have such an experience when he was a teenager. Through his research and personal experiences, he sheds light on the significance of end-of-life dreams and how they can bring hope and meaning to those facing their mortality.

Dr. Kerr’s work explores the intersection of science