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The clown doctors.

P Spitzer1

  • 1Humour Foundation, Wintergarden Medical Centre, Bowral, New South Wales.

Australian Family Physician
|February 24, 2001
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The Clown Doctors in Australia use humor and empathy to help patients and healthcare professionals cope with difficult situations, highlighting the health benefits of humor in medical settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Humanities
  • Psychosocial Support in Healthcare

Background:

  • The Humour Foundation was established in Australia in 1996, inspired by international models.
  • Its mission is to promote the health benefits of humor for patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the activities of Australian Clown Doctors.
  • To explore the role of humor in alleviating patient suffering.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative description of the Clown Doctor program.
  • Observation and analysis of interactions in clinical settings.

Main Results:

  • Clown Doctor Units are operational in major Australian hospitals.
  • These units utilize performance, humor, empathy, and sensitivity.

Conclusions:

  • Clown Doctors provide crucial psychosocial support to patients and staff.
  • Humor serves as a valuable tool for coping with challenging healthcare experiences.