Gail Austin Cooney, M.D.

Gail Austin Cooney, MD, is a neurologist and palliative medicine specialist, and is president of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, the professional organization for physicians specializing in palliative medicine and hospice care. Membership is also open to nurses and other healthcare providers who are committed to improving the quality of life of patients and families facing life-threatening or serious conditions. Originally organized as the Academy of Hospice Physicians in 1988, the Academy began with 250 charter members and has grown to nearly 4,000 today.

Dr Cooney is Medical Director of the Hospice of Palm Beach County (HPBC).

Dr. Cooney’s credentials include:

- Clinical Assistant Professor, Nova Southeastern University, 2004-present
- Principal Investigator, MNTX 302, Progenics Pharmaceuticals, 2004-2006
- Education and Board Certification
- Fellow, American Academy of Hospice & Palliative Medicine (2004)
- Board Certification in Pain Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (2002)
- Board Certification in Hospice & Palliative Medicine, ABHPM (1997, 2006)
- Board Certification in Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (1985)
- Neuro-Oncology Fellowship, Memorial-Sloan Kettering - - Cancer Center (1984)
- Neurology Residency, Emory University Hospitals (1983)
- Internal Medicine Residency, Emory University Hospitals (1980)
- MD, Mayo Medical School (1978)
- BA, Wesleyan University (1974)