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Narrative Medicine Program

Our mission is to focus on the human side of medicine, to increase the satisfaction and fulfillment of students and physicians, and to chronicle the amazing world of Temple University Hospital. We do this through a celebration of and emphasis on stories and storytelling.

 

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A Titan for HIV Care

After nearly 40 years, Dr. Ellen Tedaldi still cares for Temple's HIV patients, bringing a lifetime of experience, knowledge and commitment.

January 19, 2023
By: Michael Vitez
2022 Fall Story Slam
October 31, 2022
By: Scott Edwards
The Listener

First Place Winner, 2022 Temple Health Essay Contest

May 12, 2022
By: Julia Marino, Class of 2024
Listening

Second Place Winner, 2022 Temple Health Essay Contest

May 12, 2022
By: Ruth Lewis, MD, Emergency Medicine PGY-2
Most Times

Third Place Winner, 2022 Temple Health Essay Contest

May 12, 2022
By: Michelle Romeo, MD - Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine
Neighbors of North Philadelphia, 2022

A Narrative Medicine elective

April 19, 2022
By: Michael Vitez
White Coat Ceremony Reflections

From the Class of 2024

April 13, 2022
By: Philip Duodu, Class of 2024
An afternoon with medical students helping the homeless – and finding one a home.
April 08, 2022
By: Michael Vitez
Patient-Inspired Paintings
March 21, 2022
By: Gillian Priya Saldanha, Class of 2022
Tireless
January 11, 2022
By: Dr. George Terre, Temple Anesthesia Resident and Class of 2018