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How Timeless Literature Can Revive the Vocation of Medicine

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Explore how classic literature can reinvigorate and bring new meaning to the medical profession in this thought-provoking grand rounds presentation from a practicing physician. Delve into the intersection of humanities and healthcare as Dr. Tod Worner examines the power of timeless literary works to enhance medical practice, deepen empathy, and reconnect practitioners with the fundamental human aspects of medicine. Learn how incorporating insights from great literature can help address modern healthcare challenges while revitalizing the core vocational calling that draws people to medicine.

Syllabus

The Literary Physician: How Timeless Literature Can Revive the Vocation of Medicine | Tod Worner, MD

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Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation

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