The Power of Story Slams: A Mixed-Method Analysis of Narrative Medicine Connecting, Encouraging and Comforting Healthcare Trainees and Professionals

• Main Authors: Amy Stringer (Author), Lisa Liu (Author), Julia Marino (Author), Archana Mupparapu (Author), Anelisa Fergus (Author), Naomi Rosenberg (Author), Michael Vitez (Author), Brian Tuohy (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: University Library System, University of Pittsburgh, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Narratives convey information and emotion, evoke understanding, empathy, and connection. Healthcare professionals can use narratives to reduce burnout, benefiting them, patients, and colleagues. Story slams are narrative sharing events used for group reflection, providing an opportunity...