Summary

This conversation explores the integration of art and humanities in medical education. It discusses the evolution of the artistic turn in medical education and the broad scope of humanities. The conversation highlights examples of art integration in medical education and the challenges of integrating art and humanities into the curriculum. It also explores the assessment of art and humanities in medical education and the effectiveness of their use. The conversation addresses the alignment of art and humanities with competency-based medical education and provides recommendations for integrating art and humanities in the curriculum.

Takeaways

Art and humanities have been integrated into medical education since the mid-1960s with various purposes, such as skills training, perspective taking, or personal insights.

The artistic turn in medical education has expanded the role of art and humanities beyond traditional uses, focusing on the human, aesthetic, philosophical, and spiritual dimensions.

Integrating art and humanities into the curriculum is challenging and often seen as an add-on. Longitudinal contact and creative assessment methods are needed to capture the true impact.

Assessing art and humanities in medical education requires qualitative methods and focuses on shifts in identity development and deep reflections.

Creating moments for dialogue and reflection through art and humanities can spark meaningful conversations and enhance the human dimensions of medical education.