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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Physician Well-being
Creative Writing

Background:

The Yale Internal Medicine Residency Program established a Writers' Workshop in 2003.
Esteemed physician-writers Abraham Verghese and Richard Selzer have led the workshop.
Over 35 residents have been trained in the craft of writing.

Purpose of the Study:

To enhance physician skills through creative writing.
To provide a reflective outlet for residents.
To foster a deeper understanding of the medical profession.

Main Methods:

Annual Writers' Workshop for internal medicine residents.
Instruction in writing craft by leading physician-writers.
Participants produce original stories and essays.

Main Results:

Workshop participants explore diverse experiences, both real and imagined.
Writings offer insight into the minds of young doctors.
Essays reflect on the challenges and complexities of medical practice.

Conclusions:

Creative writing serves as a valuable tool for physician development.
The workshop fosters reflection and enhances empathy in medical trainees.
This initiative contributes to making participants better physicians.