The Art of Medicine: Humanities in Medical School Curriculum
“Life beats down and crushes the soul and art reminds you that you have one” -Stella Adler The art of medicine is a concept…
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Dimmed
If the uncanny valley describes the unsettling feeling of looking at something humanoid, then the same could be said about the way the world…
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Music Tech in Medicine
February: the month when stores explode in various shades of reds and pinks, heart-shaped chocolate boxes and candy hearts litter the shelves, and just…
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Lifting the Veil: Dissecting Lung Cancer Risks Among Asian American Female Nonsmokers
When we hear the words “lung cancer,” our minds immediately ask, “Did/does the patient smoke?” What do you as the physician, or maybe the…
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Rites of Passage in Medical Education
As the seasons change and the colors of leaves with it – as much as seasons and leaves can change in Phoenix – the…
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Evidence Based Gaps: Art in the Healthcare Setting
If you’ve spent much time in hospitals, you know that no two are the same. Architecture differs, food varies, and good luck trying to…
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Emotional Labor: The Unspoken Curriculum of Clinical rotations
Throughout my clinical rotations, I’ve often found myself deeply, deeply exhausted by the end of the day. Some days that’s not a surprise, such…
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Beyond the Stigma: A Physician’s Journey Through Addiction and Path to Compassionate Patient Care
In the following interview, “DK” tells the story of his experiences with addiction, both as a physician and patient. He provides unique perspective and…
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Midday at the Museum
Hi, I’m the Med Student
When I approach the door of an exam room, I am always bracing myself. Always preparing myself – my heart, brain, and mouth –…
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