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In the early 1990s, a group of five women— Diane Boykin (M’98), Leah Matthews (M’97), Sylvia Morris (M’98), Jessica Osborn (M’97), and Angela Walker (M’97) —developed a friendship as students at Georgetown School of Medicine. Their book, "The Game Plan: A Woman’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor and Living a Life in Medicine," offers a comprehensive, practical guide for aspiring women physicians, from taking the MCATs and applying to medical school, to choosing a specialty, to making a job change. https://bit.ly/49nodYv

Peer into the hushed room captured by Honoré Daumier's 'The Autopsy,' and feel the weight of history in the study of medicine. Each figure is absorbed in a ritual of learning that dates back centuries—a testament to the enduring quest for knowledge that underpins the practice of healing. Daumier's brushstrokes reveal the reverence and somber reflection that accompany such lessons, where the silent teacher on the table had a story, a life that once was. In moments like these, we're reminded of the delicate balance between the scientific and the sacred in medical education. Here at Baylor, as we look upon such powerful imagery, we're inspired to carry forward the torch of compassionate care. It’s a visual dialogue between past and present, urging us to remember that behind every lesson learned in anatomy or pathology, there are human lives that have been lived, stories that have concluded, and families that have loved. This painting is not just art; it’s a narrative. It prompts us to ask: How do we, as future healthcare professionals, honor the invaluable contributions of those who came before us? How do we ensure that with each incision, we cut with precision as well as with humility and respect? As we mold the next generation of healthcare leaders, let’s continue these conversations, ignited by artworks such as Daumier's, within the Baylor Medical Humanities program. Let's pledge to not just learn the science but also the human stories that our profession is privileged to serve. #MedicalHumanities #Baylor #HealthCare #Compassion #Empathy

Join Trenton Honda, PhD, MMS, PA-C, and co-host Carey Barry, as they chat with Matthew McQuillan, DMSc, PA-C associate professor and chair of the Department of PA Studies and Practice at the Rutgers School of Health Professions, about his research on PA student attitudes toward people with serious mental illness. The three discuss the intricacies of assembling an expert research team, the process of formulating the research question and hypothesis, the rationale behind choosing a qualitative study approach, and a preview of future papers. They talk in-depth about McQuillian’s article, “Physician Assistant Student Attitudes About People With Serious Mental Illness,” published in the November 2023 issue of the Journal of PA Education. This episode is sponsored by Butler University Doctor of Medical Science Programs. Listen here: https://ow.ly/CvXl50QAGLZ

This month’s WPR Journal contains a delightful mix of original research from national and international authors from both bench and bedside on aged care and education – critical topics in wound management, including: 💡The impact of venous leg ulcers on quality of life 💡Characteristics of US nursing homes with high % of stage 2-4 PIs in high-risk residents with obesity 💡An experimental evaluation of wound healing activity of Withania leaf paste and gel 💡A Delphi study of required wound care content for nursing curricula in Australia 💡Investigating cognition in people with DFUs: a study protocol Read it online now: https://lnkd.in/gR6wFG3K

❤️🔥Interesting paper and calling for reading❤️🔥 #Article: Spanish Version of the Caregiver Contribution to Self-Care of Heart Failure Index (CC-SCHFI): A Psychometric Evaluation 👨🔬Rosa Antonio-Oriola  et al. 🏥Doctorate Program in Clinical and Community Nursing, University of Valencia 🔥Article Views: 1892; Citations: 4 🔗https://lnkd.in/g2pRr6t6 #mdpijpm✔️ Journal of Personalized Medicine MDPI #Heart Failure Index

Take a peek at Saint Louis University School of Medicine latest blog post on peer review instruction in medical education written by one of our own students, Abby Haas. #peerinstruction #learning #medicaleducation #blogpost #meded #medicalstudent #CEDAR

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Dr. James A. Marcum, Baylor Medical Humanities faculty, melds his dual expertise in philosophy and physiology to critically examine the nexus between scientific inquiry and medical practice. His academic journey is marked by an interdisciplinary approach that enriches our understanding of healthcare through a philosophical lens. Focusing on systems medicine and the incorporation of values into clinical care, Dr. Marcum champions a person-centered approach. His teachings and research emphasize the need for healthcare professionals to integrate ethical considerations and philosophical insights into their daily practice, aiming to improve patient outcomes through a deeper, more empathetic approach to medicine. This holistic perspective is vital for training future healthcare practitioners to tackle complex medical and moral challenges effectively. #MedicalHumanities #Baylor #HealthCare #Empathy #HealthHumanities

When asked "How can we bridge this gap to foster empathy and understanding?" Ryan Bailer a UofL School of Medicine Residency Programs partner said "I think one of the best ways to foster empathy and understanding is just to meet people and interact with them because if you never have a conversation then it's really difficult to build empathy or realize how lucky you are compared to others." What do you think we can do to bridge the gap to foster empathy and understanding?