ART AND MEDICINE: INTEGRATING THE TWO DIMENSIONS OF BEING HUMAN
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https://doi.org/10.63456/ghs-3-1-23Keywords:
Medical humanities, art and medicine, narrative medicine, empathy, patient-centered care, holistic healthAbstract
Medicine and art are often positioned as distinct domains; however, both fundamentally engage with understanding human experience. While medicine addresses biological processes and disease management, art explores emotional, narrative, and existential dimensions of life. This commentary highlights how integrating artistic perspectives into medical thinking can enhance empathy, support patient-centered care, and contribute to a more holistic understanding of health. In an era increasingly shaped by technological advancement, the humanities provide a critical framework for preserving the subjective and ethical dimensions of clinical practice.
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