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Cultivating empathy & critical thinking in health, culture & the arts
A Missing Genre: Video Games in the Health Humanities 

A Missing Genre: Video Games in the Health Humanities 

Video games offer powerful narratives and emotional depth—it’s time health humanities embraced them as meaningful, transformative cultural texts.

Frances Oldham Kelsey, the FDA, and the Battle Against Thalidomide by Cheryl Krasnick Warsh

Frances Oldham Kelsey, the FDA, and the Battle Against Thalidomide by Cheryl Krasnick Warsh

A gripping biography revealing the life of a fearless scientist who challenged authority and reshaped drug safety in modern medicine.

The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk 

The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk 

BySteven Field03.24.25

A Gothic, feminist horror novel blending folklore, philosophy, and suspense in a tuberculosis sanatorium before World War I.

Dangerous Medicine by Sydney A. Halpern

Dangerous Medicine by Sydney A. Halpern

A gripping account of America’s unethical hepatitis experiments, exposing decades of human trials on vulnerable populations despite ethical standards.

Julie Ridge : Bipolar & The English Channel 

Julie Ridge : Bipolar & The English Channel 

ByGuy Glass03.05.25

Julie Ridge’s one-woman show Bipolar & The English Channel explores her journey as a record-breaking swimmer and living with bipolar…

The Remarkable Life of Ibelin
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin
ByDave Hsu04.17.25
A poignant documentary exploring how a young man with muscular dystrophy found profound connection and purpose in virtual worlds.
The Emperor of All Maladies by Siddhartha Mukherjee
The Emperor of All Maladies by Siddhartha Mukherjee
ByDave Hsu03.14.25
Two book lovers dive into The Emperor of All Maladies, exploring its impact on medicine and storytelling.
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Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck 

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck 

A haunting, claustrophobic novel exploring obsession, power, and control against the oppressive backdrop of East Germany’s final years.
The Room Next Door by Pedro Almodóvar 

The Room Next Door by Pedro Almodóvar 

A film exploring the complexities of friendship, trust, and the emotional journey surrounding the decision to end a life.
Still Healing by Rosalind Kaplan

Still Healing by Rosalind Kaplan

ByGuy Glass02.13.25
A heartfelt collection of essays reflecting on the struggles, healing, and resilience of a doctor navigating systemic challenges.
Sam Kissajukian: 300 Paintings

Sam Kissajukian: 300 Paintings

ByGuy Glass01.24.25
A powerful show combining comedy, visual art, and mental health awareness, offering a unique glimpse into the experience of bipolar disorder.
The Magician: A Novel by Colm Tóibín 

The Magician: A Novel by Colm Tóibín 

Thomas Mann’s journey through genius, identity, and moral dilemmas, capturing the intimate struggles of art and life in turbulent times.
Julie Ridge : Bipolar & The English Channel 

Julie Ridge : Bipolar & The English Channel 

ByGuy Glass03.05.25

Julie Ridge’s one-woman show Bipolar & The English Channel explores her journey as a record-breaking swimmer and living with bipolar disorder.

Interview with  Darrel Manitowabi

Interview with  Darrel Manitowabi

Canadian anthropologist Darrel Manitowabi, PhD, explores Indigenous healing traditions through “Indigenous Medicine Stories,” blending academic and community perspectives at NOSM University.

Interview with Alan Blum

Interview with Alan Blum

The battle against smoking evolved from awareness campaigns to challenging a profit-driven industry, using humor, irony, and persistent activism to drive cultural change.

Interview with the Uber-Talented Unnikrishnan Pulikkal, MD

Interview with the Uber-Talented Unnikrishnan Pulikkal, MD

ByRavi Shankar08.06.24

Dr. Unni, a medical practitioner and artist, discussed his rural upbringing, passion for painting and photography, founding PhotoMuse, and balancing art with medicine.

One Patient, Two Systems 

One Patient, Two Systems 

ByDave Hsu02.24.25
A Chinese-Canadian patient navigates the complexities of two healthcare systems, balancing speed, cultural familiarity, and medical standards between Canada and China.
A Journey through the Health Humanities

A Journey through the Health Humanities

ByRavi Shankar02.14.25
A 17-year journey integrating health humanities into medical education, particularly in resource-limited settings.
Dr. Osler and His Irascible Patient 

Dr. Osler and His Irascible Patient 

Despite their differences, Whitman trusted Osler’s clinical judgment, while Osler admired Whitman’s spirit, even if begrudgingly.

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