“An invitation to think differently”: a narrative medicine intervention using books and films to stimulate medical students’ reflection and patient-centeredness

Abstract Background Narrative medicine purports to improve medical students’ communication skills, self-reflection, empathy and professional development. These interpersonal skills and attitudes can facilitate more patient-centered care and positively impact patients’ treatment outcomes. However, cu...

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Main Authors: Elsemarijn Leijenaar, Charlotte Eijkelboom, Megan Milota
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-08-01
Series:BMC Medical Education
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04492-x