Humanity before Science: Narrative Medicine, Clinical Practice, and Medical Education (original) (raw)

This paper discusses the concept of Narrative Medicine as a response to the diminishing human elements in modern medical practice and education. It highlights the historical context of medical education driven by Flexner's report, which emphasized the biological underpinnings of medical practice, often at the expense of addressing the human experience of illness. By integrating narrative writing into medical training, the authors argue that future physicians can enhance their empathetic engagement with patients and ultimately improve patient care and physician well-being.