Prescription for Humanity: Iraqi Medical Education Adds a Dose of Art and Storytelling

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Author: Dr Bushra Juhi Jani

Keywords: medical and health humanities, Iraq, medical education, empathy, cultural sensitivity, narrative medicine, ethics

Abstract: In a move bridging the science-humanities gap, Al-Nahrain University Medical College in Iraq integrated storytelling, arts, and ethical reflection into their first-year English course, fostering empathy and cultural sensitivity in future doctors. This experiment, despite challenges like large class size, received overwhelmingly positive student feedback, highlighting the value of engaging content, creative methods, and skill development for well-rounded healthcare professionals. This pioneering effort offers valuable insights and challenges for educators seeking to implement similar medical humanities programs.

Article Info: Received: 17 Jul 2024, Received in revised form: 09 Aug 2024, Accepted: 15 Aug 2024, Available online: 21 Aug 2024

DOI: 10.22161/ijtle.3.4.6

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