Over twenty-five years in emergency medicine have carried her from theinner city of Detroit to rural and suburban America, shaping a deeprespect for the full spectrum of living and dying. She continues to servewhile integrating serious illness support, psychedelic-informed care, andcompassionate guidance for those nearing life's end into her clinical andeducational work.

Rooted in the healing landscape and wisdom of Hawaii Island, Dr.Charfen bridges medicine, spirituality, and ceremony, especially forthose exploring their mortality. She was among the first in hercommunity to introduce ketamine therapy as a psychedelic modalitysupporting those facing terminal illness, grief, and existential distress.She trains and mentors death doulas and other death workers nationwide,expanding access to compassionate, values-based care at life's threshold.

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